Cardiovascular Screen LIS Code: NW-09
Comprehensive cardiovascular blood test assessing cholesterol, glucose, inflammation, and kidney markers. Detect heart disease risk early and protect long-term heart health.
What's included in this profile
- Total cholesterol divided by HDL cholesterol
- A widely used singlefigure measure of cardiovascular risk
- Lower ratios are generally more favourable
- A waste product from normal muscle breakdown, filtered by the kidneys
- Raised levels can indicate reduced kidney function
- Used to calculate eGFR (estimated kidney filtration rate)
- Measures red cells, white cells and platelets
- A foundational test for overall health, anaemia and infection
- The 'Differential' breaks white cells down by specific type
- Often called 'good' cholesterol
- Helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream
- Higher levels are generally protective for heart health
- Reflects average blood sugar levels over the past 23 months
- The main test used to diagnose and monitor diabetes
- Not affected by what you ate that day, unlike glucose
- A more sensitive version of the standard CRP test
- Used to detect lowgrade inflammation linked to heart disease risk
- Interpreted differently to standard CRP
- Often called 'bad' cholesterol
- Can build up in artery walls, raising heart disease risk
- A key target for lifestyle or treatment intervention
- A geneticallydetermined type of cholesterol particle
- Raised levels are an independent risk factor for heart disease
- Usually only needs checking once, as levels are largely inherited
- Total cholesterol minus HDL cholesterol
- Captures all the 'harmful' cholesterol particles in one figure
- Increasingly used alongside LDL for cardiovascular risk assessment
- The overall amount of cholesterol in the blood
- A key marker for cardiovascular risk
- Interpreted alongside HDL, LDL and triglycerides
- A type of fat found in the blood, from food and the liver
- Raised levels are linked to heart disease and metabolic conditions
- Affected by diet, alcohol and blood sugar control
- A waste product from protein breakdown, filtered by the kidneys
- Raised levels can indicate reduced kidney function or dehydration
- Interpreted alongside creatinine for a fuller picture
- A waste product from the breakdown of purines in food and cells
- Raised levels are linked to gout and kidney stones
- Also checked as part of general metabolic screening
About this profile
Cardiovascular Screen Profile
The Cardiovascular Screen Profile is a comprehensive blood test designed to evaluate the key factors that influence heart and vascular health. It helps identify risks such as high cholesterol, inflammation, poor glucose control, and kidney dysfunction — all of which can contribute to long-term cardiovascular disease. Early detection allows for timely intervention to support heart health, improve longevity, and reduce the risk of serious complications.
Indications for testing
This profile is recommended for individuals who are:
– Managing cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, or elevated cholesterol.
– Looking to assess and prevent potential heart disease through early screening.
– Experiencing fatigue, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or leg swelling.
– Establishing a baseline before beginning lifestyle, diet, or fitness interventions.
– Monitoring the impact of medications or therapies designed to protect cardiovascular function.
What can be detected?
This profile evaluates multiple biomarkers that provide an in-depth assessment of heart, blood, and kidney health:
Blood sugar and kidney health:
– Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c): Indicates average blood glucose levels over the previous 2–3 months.
– Urea and Creatinine: Assess kidney function, which directly affects cardiovascular performance.
– Uric Acid (UA): Elevated levels can promote inflammation and increase heart disease risk.
Inflammation and genetic risk:
– C-Reactive Protein High Sensitivity (CRP HS): Detects low-grade inflammation associated with arterial damage and atherosclerosis.
– Lipoprotein (a): A genetic marker linked to elevated cardiovascular disease risk, independent of cholesterol levels.
Lipid Profile:
– Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL-C, Triglycerides, Non-HDL Cholesterol, Cholesterol Risk Factor: Provide a complete picture of lipid balance and cardiovascular risk.
Blood health:
– Full Blood Count (FBC): Measures red and white blood cells and platelets to identify anaemia or infection that may affect overall heart health.
Who is this test for?
This test is ideal for individuals with a personal or family history of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure. It is especially useful for adults over 40, people with sedentary or high-stress lifestyles, and anyone interested in proactively monitoring and protecting their heart health.
