Lipids
Essential lipid panel: LDL, HDL, and Triglycerides.
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Biomarkers Included
3 markersA focused lipid panel measuring HDL, LDL, and Triglycerides. These markers together provide insight into your lipid profile and its potential relationship to cardiovascular health.
Why this test?
Lipid values can be influenced by diet, training intensity, supplementation, and hormonal status. Monitoring your lipid profile may help you understand how these factors are reflected in your blood values, particularly if you are making changes to your nutrition or training regimen.
Who is this test for?
This test may be relevant for individuals who want specific insight into their lipid markers. It can be useful for those tracking the effect of dietary or lifestyle changes on their cholesterol and triglyceride levels, or for anyone whose healthcare provider has suggested monitoring lipid values.
What is tested?
- HDL Cholesterol (mmol/l): often referred to as "good" cholesterol; associated with cardiovascular protection.
- LDL Cholesterol (mmol/l): often referred to as "bad" cholesterol; elevated levels may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk.
- Triglycerides (mmol/l): a type of fat in the blood; levels can be influenced by diet, alcohol intake, and metabolic factors.
What can this test tell you?
The results may indicate whether your lipid levels fall within expected ranges. The ratio between HDL and LDL, as well as triglyceride levels, can provide context about your lipid balance. Shifts in these values over time may reflect changes in diet, exercise, or other lifestyle factors.
How is the sample collected?
A blood sample is drawn at a certified sample point (afnamepunt). There are over 750 locations across the Netherlands. After placing your order, you can select a location and time that works for you.
When is this test useful?
This test may be useful when you want a focused look at your lipid values without a broader panel. It can serve as a follow-up to a previous test or as a targeted check when lipid health is a specific area of interest.
What do the results mean?
Results are presented with reference ranges. Lipid values should be interpreted in context, considering factors such as diet, activity level, and family history. A healthcare provider can help determine whether any values warrant further evaluation.
Preparation
Fasting for 8 to 12 hours is required for accurate results, particularly for triglycerides. Water is fine during the fasting period.
What happens after the results?
Your results are available in your personal dashboard. If any values fall outside the reference range, or if you want guidance on how to interpret your lipid profile, discussing the results with a healthcare provider is recommended.
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Choose your markers
Pick a performance panel or build your own test. Testosterone, CRP, ferritin, thyroid. You choose what gets measured.
Receive your lab referral
Within 2-3 hours you'll receive an email from ZorgDomein with a barcode. Orders outside business hours are processed the next business day.
Get tested at a lab near you
Show the barcode on your phone and bring a valid ID. Done in under 15 minutes.
Receive your report from the doctor
A BIG-registered physician assesses your results and writes a personal report. On your dashboard within a few business days.
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With more than 450+ certified phlebotomy points across the Netherlands.
What's Included
This panel covers 3 biomarkers related to your training, recovery, and overall health.
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in the body, used for energy storage. Elevated levels may be associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, especially when combined with other lipid abnormalities.
Learn moreLDL cholesterol, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, is the fraction that can deposit in the walls of your blood vessels. Over time, this leads to atherosclerosis and increases the risk of heart attack or stroke. The desirable LDL level depends on your total cardiovascular risk profile — stricter targets apply for people with diabetes or a history of heart disease than for healthy individuals.
Learn moreHDL cholesterol is called "good" cholesterol because it transports cholesterol from blood vessel walls back to the liver, where it is broken down. Higher HDL therefore has a protective effect against atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Unlike LDL, where a lower value is better, with HDL you want a higher value.
Learn moreTriglycerides
CardiovascularTriglycerides are the most common type of fat in the body, used for energy storage. Elevated levels may be associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, especially when combined with other lipid abnormalities.
Elevated triglycerides may contribute to atherosclerosis and are a component of metabolic syndrome. They are often elevated alongside insulin resistance. Consult your healthcare provider.
LDL Cholesterol
CardiovascularLDL cholesterol, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, is the fraction that can deposit in the walls of your blood vessels. Over time, this leads to atherosclerosis and increases the risk of heart attack or stroke. The desirable LDL level depends on your total cardiovascular risk profile — stricter targets apply for people with diabetes or a history of heart disease than for healthy individuals.
LDL cholesterol is the best-established modifiable risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Every 1 mmol/L reduction in LDL reduces the risk of a cardiovascular event by approximately 20–25%. This effect is independent of how the reduction is achieved — through diet, exercise, or medication. In familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) — a hereditary condition affecting approximately 1 in 250 people — LDL is elevated from a young age, significantly increasing the risk of early cardiovascular disease. Early detection and treatment are crucial.
HDL Cholesterol
CardiovascularHDL cholesterol is called "good" cholesterol because it transports cholesterol from blood vessel walls back to the liver, where it is broken down. Higher HDL therefore has a protective effect against atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Unlike LDL, where a lower value is better, with HDL you want a higher value.
HDL has an active protective function: it removes excess cholesterol from vessel walls and transports it to the liver. This process is called reverse cholesterol transport and counteracts atherosclerosis. Low HDL is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease, even when LDL is normal. Low HDL is often seen with metabolic risk factors: overweight, lack of exercise, smoking, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes. It is therefore a marker of overall metabolic health.
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