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Hair Mineral Analysis added to cart
Hair Mineral Analysis
Other Health Tests
£ 189,00
Vitamin Test (B12, Folate, D, E, Q10) added to cart
Vitamin Test (B12, Folate, D, E, Q10)
Nutritional Tests
£ 133,00
Urinary tract infection test added to cart
Urinary tract infection test
Infection Tests
£ 19,00
Understand your results (15 min) added to cart
Understand your results (15 min)
Other Health Tests
£ 39,00
Food Intolerance 80 items added to cart
Food Intolerance 80 items
Allergy & Intolerance Tests
£ 99,00
Diabetes Test (HbA1c) added to cart
Diabetes Test (HbA1c)
Health Marker Tests
£ 49,00
Food Intolerance 240 items added to cart
Food Intolerance 240 items
Allergy & Intolerance Tests
£ 289,00
HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)
HDL, or High-Density Lipoprotein, is known as "good" cholesterol. It plays a crucial role in heart health by transporting cholesterol from other parts of your body back to your liver, which then removes the cholesterol from your body. High levels of HDL cholesterol can lower your risk for heart disease and stroke, as it helps remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream....
Who would benefit from testing their HDL levels?
Testing for HDL cholesterol is beneficial for a wide range of individuals, including adults participating in regular health screenings, especially those over 20. It’s particularly important for people with risk factors for heart disease, such as a family history of heart disease, obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, smoking, high blood pressure, or diabetes. Regular monitoring is also crucial for those with a history of low HDL levels or who are on treatments that may affect cholesterol levels.
What are symptoms of low HDL levels?
Low HDL cholesterol levels typically do not cause any direct symptoms. Like other cholesterol imbalances, it is generally asymptomatic. Low HDL levels are usually discovered through blood tests.
How do you improve your HDL levels?
Improving HDL cholesterol levels involves lifestyle modifications. Regular physical activity, especially cardiovascular exercises, can help raise HDL levels. Adopting a healthy diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as those found in fish, and reducing intake of saturated and trans fats can also help. Quitting smoking significantly increases HDL levels. Moderating alcohol intake and maintaining a healthy weight are also beneficial. In some cases, medications may be prescribed to help improve HDL levels, especially in individuals with severely low levels or other heart disease risk factors.
What factors affect your HDL levels?
Several factors can influence HDL levels. Genetics can play a significant role in determining baseline HDL levels. Lifestyle choices, particularly diet and exercise, have a substantial impact. Regular physical activity can increase HDL levels, while obesity and a sedentary lifestyle can lower them. Smoking significantly reduces HDL cholesterol, and quitting smoking can improve these levels. Alcohol consumption in moderate amounts can increase HDL, but excessive alcohol use can have the opposite effect. Certain medical conditions and medications can also affect HDL cholesterol levels.
Test(s) that measure/test for HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)
21 items
Health Test Basic
GetTested's Health Test Basic offers a thorough assessment of individual health through an at-home blood test. Covering key health markers for kidney, liver, and pancreas function,...
£ 245,00
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Cholesterol Test
Test your cholesterol levels with GetTested’s Cholesterol Test Kit. Many people have high levels of cholesterol without realizing it, making regular testing important. GetTestedâ...
£ 39,00
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