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Sterile rapid test for determining whether your personal total cholesterol level is within normal limits * Requires only 1 drop of whole blood * Fast & reliable - visible result within 3 minutes * Kit includes: * 1x single test card (with colour chart) lancet plaster full instruction leaflet and range leaflet Why is this test important? * 2 out of 3 people in the UK have raised cholesterol levels * Everyone should regularly monitor their cholesterol level * A high cholesterol level is a risk factor for hardening of the arteries stroke and cardiac arrest * Early detection along with lifestyle changes will help to decrease the risks |
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£9.99 Incl VAT (EU)
£8.50 Excl VAT (Outside EU)
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More information about the Cholesterol Test KitTwo thirds of women (67%) have blood cholesterol above the recommended levelQ. I have recently checked my Cholesterol and my levels are high. What does this mean?A. Cholesterol levels help to show if you are at risk of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD). Cholesterol is a fatty substance made by the liver which is carried around the bloodstream by proteins. This combination of cholesterol and proteins is called lipoprotein.There are 2 types of lipoprotein:1) Low density lipoprotein (LDL) this is the baddie and causes furring up of the arteries2) High density lipoprotein (HDL) this is the good cholesterol which protects you by neutralising the bad LDLQ. Will I need medication to lower my cholesterol?A. For most of us, cutting down on saturated fats in our diets may be enough to reduce our cholesterol levels. But some people, like those who have inherited a tendency to high cholesterol, or patients CHD or stroke, need a little help and |
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