Cardiovascular Risk Panel
Beyond standard cholesterol — the advanced cardiovascular markers most GPs don't routinely check.
One-time payment of A$179. GST included. No subscription.
What this panel measures
- Total Cholesterol: Total circulating cholesterol.
- HDL Cholesterol: Protective cholesterol.
- LDL Cholesterol: Non-protective; key target for heart-disease risk.
- Triglycerides: Circulating fats.
- Apolipoprotein A1: Main protein in HDL; tracks the protective side of cholesterol transport.
- Apolipoprotein B: The actual count of all atherogenic particles — better than LDL alone.
- Homocysteine: Independent cardiovascular risk marker tied to B vitamins.
- CRP (high-sensitivity): Systemic inflammation.
Who this panel is for
Have you noticed any of these:
- family history of heart attack, stroke or early heart disease
- high cholesterol picked up at a previous test
- wanting to know your real risk before considering medication
- a serious training and longevity focus
- haven't had a complete cardiovascular check since your 30s
- tracking the impact of diet, training or statins
How it works
- Order online, no GP referral needed.
- Visit any of 2,000+ accredited collection centres across Australia.
- Results delivered same day to your personal dashboard with clear explanations.
Sample and turnaround
Single blood draw, fasted (no food for 12 hours, water OK). Results back same day.
Frequently asked questions
Why apolipoprotein B?
ApoB measures the actual count of atherogenic particles — a better risk signal than LDL alone.
What about Lipoprotein(a)?
Lp(a) is a genetic, test-once marker, so we offer it as an optional add-on to this panel — same blood draw, A$89 at checkout — rather than including it in every test.
I'm already on a statin.
Test before your morning dose for consistency. The panel will show how well the medication is working.
Is CRP a heart-disease marker?
It's a marker of systemic inflammation, which tracks with cardiovascular risk and other conditions.
Keep reading
Guides
- Heart markers beyond cholesterol — A standard cholesterol test covers four numbers. Markers like ApoB, lipoprotein(a), homocysteine and hs-CRP give a fuller picture of cardiovascular risk — and most people have never had them measured.
- Private blood test cost — Private blood tests in Australia range from $35 for single biomarkers up to $500+ for comprehensive panels. What you're paying for, what drives the cost, and when private testing is worth it.
Biomarkers explained
- ApoB — ApoB counts the actual number of artery-clogging particles in your blood — many researchers consider it a sharper cardiovascular risk marker than LDL cholesterol.
- Homocysteine — Homocysteine is an amino acid that, when elevated, is associated with cardiovascular and cognitive risk — and it's often linked to your B-vitamin status, which makes it a frequently modifiable marker.
- CRP — CRP is the most accessible measure of systemic inflammation in your body — a low-key but powerful health signal.