ALAB Laboratoria

Pakiet lipidogram rozszerzony (Advanced Lipid Profile)

Type

Blood Testing

Biomarkers

3

Duration

30 min

Results

24 hours

Advanced cardiovascular panel with 7 biomarkers: standard lipids plus Apolipoprotein A1, Apolipoprotein B (superior risk marker), Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] genetic risk factor. ApoB counts atherogenic particles, Lp(a) reveals hidden genetic risk unaffected by lifestyle. Essential for family history premature CVD, persistent high cholesterol despite statins. 12-hour fasting. 30% discount BW2025 = 231.70 PLN.

A lipid panel measures the fats and fatty substances in your blood that are key indicators of cardiovascular risk. The standard panel includes total cholesterol, LDL ("bad") cholesterol, HDL ("good") cholesterol, and triglycerides. Advanced panels may also measure ApoB, Lp(a), and lipoprotein particle size — markers that more accurately predict heart disease risk than standard cholesterol alone. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and lipid testing is one of the most effective tools for early risk detection. Regular monitoring allows you to track the impact of diet, exercise, and medication on your cardiovascular health.

Key Details

Biomarkers
4–8 lipid markers
Fasting Required
Yes, 10–12 hours for accurate triglycerides
Sample Type
Blood draw
Turnaround
Same day to 24 hours
Common Use
Cardiovascular risk assessment

Who Is This For?

Adults over 20 as part of routine cardiovascular risk screening. Anyone with a family history of heart disease, high cholesterol, or stroke. People monitoring the effectiveness of statins or other lipid-lowering medications. Those with metabolic syndrome, diabetes, or obesity who face elevated cardiovascular risk.

What's Included

Total cholesterol
LDL cholesterol (direct or calculated)
HDL cholesterol
Triglycerides
Total cholesterol/HDL ratio

Preparation Required

Fasting for 10–12 hours before your appointment is recommended for accurate results (water is fine). Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and intense exercise for 12 hours before the blood draw. Morning appointments are ideal for consistent hormone and glucose readings. The blood draw typically takes 5–10 minutes.

Biomarkers Tested

3
Total Cholesterol mg/dL

The combined measure of all cholesterol in your blood, including HDL, LDL, and VLDL. While useful as an overview, the breakdown between HDL and LDL is more clinically meaningful for assessing cardiovascular risk.

HDL Cholesterol mg/dL

Often called 'good' cholesterol, HDL carries cholesterol away from arteries back to the liver for removal. Higher HDL levels are protective against heart disease. Exercise, healthy fats, and moderate alcohol intake can raise HDL.

Triglycerides mg/dL

The most common type of fat in the body, stored for energy. Elevated triglycerides — often from excess sugar, alcohol, or calories — increase cardiovascular risk and can cause pancreatitis at very high levels.

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