Heart Health & Diabetes

HSA/FSA Eligible
$149.00

Description

A heart and metabolic health screen measuring your cholesterol, inflammation, and blood sugar.

Quantity

CLIA and CAP Certified Labs

Physician-Reviewed Results

HDL, LDL, Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, hsCRP, HbA1C

HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)

Known as "good" cholesterol, HDL helps remove bad cholesterol from your arteries. Higher levels of HDL are associated with a lower risk of heart disease because it helps keep your blood vessels clear.

LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein)

Often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, LDL can build up in the walls of your arteries, forming plaque that can lead to heart attacks and strokes. Keeping LDL levels low is important for heart health.

Total Cholesterol

This is the overall amount of cholesterol in your blood, including both HDL and LDL. While it gives a general sense of your cholesterol levels, understanding the balance between HDL and LDL is key to assessing heart disease risk.

Triglycerides

These are a type of fat found in your blood that your body uses for energy. However, high levels of triglycerides can increase your risk of heart disease, especially when combined with high LDL or low HDL cholesterol.

hsCRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)

This marker measures inflammation in the body. High levels of hsCRP can indicate inflammation in the arteries, which is linked to an increased risk of heart disease.

HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c)

This test measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. It’s a critical indicator for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes, with higher levels suggesting poor blood sugar control.

These biomarkers are closely linked to both heart and metabolic health. Heart and metabolic health are deeply intertwined. Poor metabolic health can lead to conditions like diabetes, which significantly increases the risk of heart disease. Similarly, poor heart health can exacerbate metabolic issues. Here’s how they connect:

Heart Health

LDL, HDL, Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, and hsCRP are directly related to your cardiovascular system. High LDL and triglycerides or low HDL increase the risk of plaque buildup in arteries, leading to heart disease. Elevated hsCRP levels indicate inflammation, which can also contribute to cardiovascular problems.

Metabolic Health

HbA1c is a key marker of how well your body controls blood sugar. Poor blood sugar management (high HbA1c) is a hallmark of diabetes, which is a significant risk factor for heart disease. High triglycerides and low HDL are also common in metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that includes increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, and excess body fat around the waist.

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$149 HSA/FSA Eligible

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What’s tested

HDL LDL Total Cholesterol Triglycerides hsCRP HbA1c
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What’s tested

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Frequently Asked Questions

This screening tests for HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, hsCRP (high-sensitivity C-reactive protein), and HbA1C (hemoglobin A1c), all crucial biomarkers for assessing your heart and metabolic health. These elements are vital because they can help identify risk factors for heart disease and diabetes early on. For instance, high levels of LDL and total cholesterol can indicate an increased risk of heart disease, while HbA1C levels reflect blood sugar control over the past 2-3 months, helping to diagnose or monitor diabetes and prediabetes.
If you're concerned about heart disease or diabetes, this test can provide essential insights into your risk factors, such as elevated cholesterol levels, inflammation, and poor blood sugar control. By knowing these risk factors early, you can work with your healthcare provider to make lifestyle changes or start treatments to lower your risk, improve your health, and potentially prevent the onset of these conditions.
Yes, you should fast for 8-12 hours before taking the test to ensure the accuracy of certain measurements, specifically your triglycerides and fasting glucose levels. During the fasting period, you should not eat or drink anything except water.
An elevated hsCRP (high-sensitivity C-reactive protein) level can indicate inflammation in your body. While hsCRP is a non-specific marker, meaning it can increase due to various causes, persistent elevation is often associated with an increased risk of heart diseases. Monitoring and managing inflammation is a critical part of preventing cardiovascular conditions and improving overall heart health.
You will receive your physician-reviewed results in the Styku mobile app. Once you have your results you may choose to discuss them with a healthcare practitioner who can guide you on any necessary lifestyle changes or treatments to mitigate the risk of developing chronic heart and cardiometabolic diseases.