PLAC test

Advanced blood test for heart disease risk

  • Doctor reviewed
Sample
Blood
Collection
Venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit
Results in
5 days
Biomarkers
1
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • PLAC Test ( Lp-PLA2)

Test specifications

Sample type
blood
Collection method
venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit
Turnaround time
5 days
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Blue Horizon Medicals.

  • PLAC Test ( Lp-PLA2)

About this test

The PLAC Test measures the risk factor Lp-PLA2 activity quantitatively. This knowledge assists with the prediction of risk of heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) disease caused by the thickening of the arteries - which in turn is caused by the build-up of plaque on the vessel lining.

Description provided by Blue Horizon Medicals.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 8.0/10

    The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 5.7/10

    1 biomarkers, placing it in the 20th percentile of heart health tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 5.0/10

    Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 5 days.

  • Results and follow-up 7.5/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor.

  • Trust signals 7.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.2 from 395 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); trading 17+ years.

  • Value for money 7.5/10

    £101.25 against a median of £125.00 for the 27 similarly sized heart health tests we track (-19%).

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