Cholesterol and heart blood tests
Single blood tests for cholesterol, triglycerides, lipoproteins and cardiac markers. Choose single tests here, book them on their own or add them to a panel, and a GP reviews any result outside the normal range.
Not near Sutton Coldfield? Have this blood test anywhere in the UK
We offer blood tests across the UK through our partner network: have your sample taken at The Vesey or at a partner clinic near you, anywhere in the UK and Ireland. A Health Advisor books it for you on a free 15-minute call, and your results come back to The Vesey for our GPs to review.
A lipid profile measures total, HDL and LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. Single tests such as lipoprotein(a) or apolipoprotein B add detail about heart risk. A GP can help you decide.
Cholesterol and heart tests
Prices include laboratory analysis and GP review of any result outside the normal range. Turnaround is the laboratory's typical time once your sample arrives.
| Test | Typical lab turnaround | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apolipoprotein A-I Apolipoprotein A-I — HDL particle · Blood sample | Next day | £62 | Add to my tests |
| Apolipoprotein B Apolipoprotein B — atherogenic particle count · Blood sample | Next day | £62 | Add to my tests |
| Apolipoprotein CII Apolipoprotein CII · Blood sample | Next day | £47 | Add to my tests |
| Apolipoprotein CIII Apolipoprotein CIII · Blood sample | Next day | £47 | Add to my tests |
| Apolipoprotein E Apolipoprotein E · Blood sample | Next day | £80 | Add to my tests |
| Creatine Kinase-MB (CK-MB) Cardiac muscle enzyme · Blood sample | Next day | £49 | Add to my tests |
| HDL "Good" cholesterol · Blood sample | Next day | £54 | Add to my tests |
| Heart-type Fatty Acid Binding Protein Heart fatty-acid binding protein — early cardiac injury · Blood sample | 48 hours | £38 | Add to my tests |
| High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein High-sensitivity CRP — cardiovascular inflammation · Blood sample | Next day | £41 | Add to my tests |
| Homocysteine Homocysteine — cardiovascular & B-vitamin status · Blood sample | Next day | £71 | Add to my tests |
| LDL "Bad" cholesterol · Blood sample | Next day | £37 | Add to my tests |
| Lipoprotein (a) Lipoprotein(a) — inherited cardiovascular risk · Blood sample | Next day | £57 | Add to my tests |
| Myoglobin Myoglobin — muscle/cardiac injury · Blood sample | Next day | £62 | Add to my tests |
| Non-Esterified Fatty Acids Free fatty acids · Blood sample | Next day | £38 | Add to my tests |
| Pro-BNP NT-proBNP — heart failure marker · Blood sample | 72 hours | £92 | Add to my tests |
| Small LDL Cholesterol Small dense LDL — atherogenic particles · Blood sample | Next day | £41 | Add to my tests |
| Total Cholesterol Basic cardiovascular screen · Blood sample | Next day | £35 | Add to my tests |
| Triglycerides Blood fats · Blood sample | Next day | £47 | Add to my tests |
| Troponin T Troponin T — heart muscle damage · Blood sample | Next day | £98 | Add to my tests |
| Omega 3 Index Omega-3 index & ratios · Blood sample | 12 days | £87 | Add to my tests |
| Omega 3 Index Complete Full omega-3/6 fatty-acid profile · Blood sample | 12 days | £98 | Add to my tests |
| Lipoprotein Enzyme LP-PLA2 (PLAC) Lp-PLA2 — vascular inflammation · Blood sample | 5 days | £130 | Add to my tests |
How it works
- 1Choose and book
Book a panel, or tick single tests on our build-your-own page and book one appointment. No referral needed.
- 2Give your sample
At The Vesey in Sutton Coldfield, or at a partner clinic near you, arranged on a free call.
- 3Laboratory analysis
Your sample is analysed by a UKAS-accredited laboratory. Turnaround times are shown for each test.
- 4GP-reviewed results
A GP reviews any result outside the normal range, and you can book a follow-up appointment to discuss it.
Cholesterol and heart FAQs
How much is a single cholesterol and heart test?
Single tests in this category cost from £35 to £130. The price includes laboratory analysis and GP review of any result outside the normal range.
How do I book single tests?
Tick the tests you want on our build-your-own page, see the total, and book one appointment. One blood sample covers all of them where the sample type allows.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book online without a referral.
Who analyses and reviews my results?
Samples are analysed by a UKAS-accredited laboratory. A GP at The Vesey reviews any result outside the normal range and can arrange a follow-up appointment to discuss it.
Can I have the test away from Sutton Coldfield?
Yes, for most tests. Book a free call and a Health Advisor arranges your sample at a partner clinic near you, anywhere in the UK and Ireland. Your results come back to The Vesey.