A lipid profile is a blood test that measures the levels of various lipids (fats) in your blood. This test provides valuable information about your cardiovascular health and helps assess the risk of developing heart disease. The key components typically measured in a lipid profile include:
It's important to note that while the lipid profile provides valuable information, it is not the sole determinant of heart disease risk. Other factors, such as blood pressure, diabetes, and lifestyle choices (diet, exercise, smoking, etc.), also play crucial roles in overall cardiovascular health. Interpretation of lipid profile results and decisions about treatment or lifestyle modifications should be made in consultation with a healthcare professional.
Your results will be emailed to you within 24 - 36 hours after collecting your sample. You will receive a text SMS notification when your results are ready. Your results are highly confidential, but you can choose to share your results with your healthcare provider, family, or friends.
Express Pathology reviews your test results and will contact you directly if they require prompt attention. You will be encouraged to speak directly with your primary GP.
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Our Nurses can generally start from 6am.
Payment process is simple. We have integrated secure Commbank Payment Gateway to take payments online. Simply complete the online form and make the payment using the ‘Proceed to Book’ button.
Yes, our nurses work 7 days a week.
Yes we can attend your work premises if you have a private area to conduct the blood collection.
No, this is a private service not linked to Medicare.
Fasting is optional however, please indicate to your blood collector if you have been Fasting or not.
Your results are reviewed by our GP and sent to you securely through email. If action is required our GP will be in contact with you.
Yes they are held in our secure database.