The Cardiometabolic - Vital test is a comprehensive blood panel designed to assess cardiovascular and metabolic health by measuring critical biomarkers related to cholesterol, inflammation, glucose metabolism, kidney function, and essential fatty acids.
What it is: The total amount of cholesterol in the blood, which includes low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), and very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL).
Why it matters: Cholesterol is essential for cellular structure and hormone production, but excess levels increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
What it is: Often referred to as "bad cholesterol," LDL transports cholesterol to tissues. Elevated levels can lead to plaque buildup in arteries.
Why it matters: High LDL levels are strongly linked to atherosclerosis, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
What it is: A subtype of LDL cholesterol consisting of smaller, denser particles. These are more prone to oxidation and more likely to contribute to plaque formation.
Why it matters: Elevated sdLDL-C is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, even in individuals with normal LDL-C levels.
What it is: Known as "good cholesterol," HDL helps remove excess cholesterol from tissues and transports it to the liver for excretion.
Why it matters: Higher HDL levels are protective against cardiovascular disease.
What it is: A type of fat (lipid) in the blood, stored in fat cells and used as an energy source. Why it matters: Elevated triglycerides can increase the risk of heart disease, particularly when combined with low HDL and/or high LDL.
What it is: A lipoprotein similar to LDL but includes an additional protein called apolipoprotein(a). Elevated Lp(a) levels are genetically determined. Why it matters: High Lp(a) levels are associated with increased risk of atherosclerosis, heart attack, and stroke, independent of LDL-C levels.
What it is: A marker of systemic inflammation, produced by the liver in response to inflammation. Why it matters: Elevated hsCRP levels are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events and chronic inflammatory conditions.
What it is: The main sugar in the blood, derived from dietary carbohydrates. Why it matters: Elevated glucose levels may indicate prediabetes or diabetes, while low levels may suggest hypoglycemia.
What it is: A measure of average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. HbA1c reflects the percentage of hemoglobin that is glycated (sugar-bound). Why it matters: Used to diagnose and monitor diabetes or prediabetes.
What it is: Fats the body cannot produce, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. These are crucial for brain function, cell membrane structure, and inflammation regulation.
Why it matters: Imbalances or deficiencies can contribute to chronic inflammation, heart disease, and cognitive issues.
Key components:
Omega-3 fatty acids (e.g., EPA, DHA): Anti-inflammatory properties.
Omega-6 fatty acids (e.g., linoleic acid): Support energy production and skin health but may promote inflammation when excessive.
What it is: A waste product formed from muscle metabolism and filtered by the kidneys. Why it matters: Elevated levels may indicate kidney dysfunction or reduced kidney filtration (e.g., chronic kidney disease). Low levels might be seen in malnutrition or muscle wasting.
About this test
The Cardiometabolic - Vital test evaluates multiple aspects of cardiometabolic health, focusing on heart disease, diabetes, inflammation, and kidney function. This test measures a range of biomarkers, including cholesterol levels (TC, LDL-C, HDL-C), triglycerides (TG), and more specific markers like small dense LDL-C (sdLDL-C) and Lipoprotein(a) [LP(a)], which are known to predict cardiovascular risks.
It also includes glucose and HbA1c to monitor blood sugar levels, crucial for diagnosing and managing diabetes. Inflammatory markers like high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) provide insights into chronic inflammation, a major contributor to heart disease and other metabolic disorders. Additionally, it assesses kidney health through creatinine levels and evaluates essential fatty acids to understand nutritional balance and its impact on inflammation and cardiovascular health.
This test provides a holistic view of your cardiometabolic system, helping identify potential risks early and enabling preventive strategies to reduce long-term health complications.
How it works
Collect Sample
We send you an easy-to-use kit to collect your blood sample.
Post Sample
Post your sample to our lab in the prepaid envelope provided.
View Results
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