A 12-marker panel covering advanced cholesterol subtypes, apolipoproteins, homocysteine and two heart inflammation markers, collected by a nurse who visits you. Suited to people with cardiovascular risk factors wanting a deeper lipid breakdown than a standard test.
12 biomarkers as listed by Better2Know.
This test measures 12 markers linked to cardiovascular risk: standard lipids (LDL, HDL, non-HDL cholesterol and triglycerides), the apolipoproteins A and B, lipoprotein(a), homocysteine, fibrinogen and two inflammation markers associated with heart disease, C-reactive protein and Lp-PLA2 (PLAC). Apolipoprotein B and lipoprotein(a) in particular give a more detailed picture of cardiovascular risk than a standard cholesterol test, while raised homocysteine, fibrinogen or CRP are commonly used to flag additional risk factors worth discussing with a doctor.
Against the six tests in its advanced lipid comparison group, this is the largest panel by marker count (12 versus a median of 10) but also by far the most expensive, at £445 against a group median of £98.50. Thriva's Lp(a) Cardiovascular Risk Profile covers 11 markers for £108, and Better2Know's own Complete Heart Health Nurse Kit covers 10 markers for £395, both considerably cheaper routes to a similarly detailed lipid picture.
The score reflects that trade-off. It scores well for clinical depth given its marker count and for clarity, since the provider publishes a full biomarker list, sample type, collection options and turnaround. It scores poorly on price given how far it sits above the comparison-group median, and only moderately on collection convenience because it still requires a venous blood draw, even though a nurse comes to you. Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard, which also holds back the results and follow-up score.
This suits people who already know they have raised cholesterol or a family history of heart disease and want more detail than a basic lipid panel gives them, including apolipoprotein and lipoprotein(a) results, without having to visit a clinic for the blood draw.
If price is the main concern, Thriva's Lp(a) Cardiovascular Risk Profile covers almost as many markers (11) for a quarter of the price, and Medichecks' Apolipoprotein Profile and Forth's Advanced Cholesterol Home Test Kit both come in under £90. This test is better suited to people who specifically want the nurse-visit collection method and are willing to pay for it.
You'll need a venous blood sample, which a nurse collects during a home visit as part of this kit. The sample is sent to the provider's laboratory for analysis, and results are typically ready within 3 working days of the sample arriving. You can view your results through the provider's secure online patient area, and its Patient Services team contacts you once they are ready. Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.
This nurse-collected panel tests 12 advanced lipid and heart-inflammation markers, more than the median for its comparison group. At £445 it is the most expensive of the six tests we compare it against, including a cheaper 10-marker Thriva option at £108. Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard, so you will need to interpret or discuss them elsewhere.
The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.
12 biomarkers against a median of 10 across the 6 tests in its comparison group.
A blood sample taken at home by a visiting nurse or phlebotomist; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 3 days, in line with or faster than similar tests.
Results are not doctor-reviewed and no consultation is included; the provider does not describe the report format.
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£445.00 against a comparison-group median of £98.50 (+352%).
Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.
This test belongs to our Advanced lipids (ApoB, Lp(a)) comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
Cheapest in its group, with typical marker depth
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Lp(a) test priced above Thriva's own cheaper lipid panel
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Matches Forth's price but adds one more marker
A 9-marker blood test covering apolipoproteins A1 and B alongside a standard cholesterol panel, for a more detailed look at cardiovascular risk than total cholesterol alone. Suited to people who want more than a basic cholesterol check.
Solid at-home lipid panel, but Thriva tests more for less
An at-home finger-prick test measuring total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides and the apolipoproteins A, B and Lp(a), for anyone wanting a deeper look at heart disease risk than a standard cholesterol check.
Nurse-drawn lipid panel at a steep price premium
A 10-marker advanced lipid panel with Apolipoprotein A and B, Lp(a) and CRP, collected by a nurse. Suits people who want a deeper look at cardiovascular risk beyond standard cholesterol tests.
This test is ideal if you have a family history of heart disease or are worried that your lifestyle may put you at an increased risk.
Cheapest in its group, with typical marker depth
A 10-marker blood test combining standard cholesterol with apolipoproteins A1 and B. It suits anyone wanting a fuller cardiovascular risk picture than a basic lipid test.
Lp(a) test priced above Thriva's own cheaper lipid panel
Measures Lipoprotein(a), apolipoproteins and a full cholesterol panel to give a fuller picture of inherited cardiovascular risk. Suits people with a family history of early heart disease.
Matches Forth's price but adds one more marker
A 9-marker blood test covering apolipoproteins A1 and B alongside a standard cholesterol panel, for a more detailed look at cardiovascular risk than total cholesterol alone. Suited to people who want more than a basic cholesterol check.
Solid at-home lipid panel, but Thriva tests more for less
An at-home finger-prick test measuring total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides and the apolipoproteins A, B and Lp(a), for anyone wanting a deeper look at heart disease risk than a standard cholesterol check.
