Bluecrest Wellness Heart & cholesterol

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

A 6-lead ECG trace that checks heart rate and rhythm, reviewed by a cardiac data analyst to help flag signs of rhythm abnormalities such as atrial fibrillation.

Collection
In-person measurement at local venue
Biomarkers
1
Doctor reviewed
No
Tests for
  • 6-lead ECG (heart rhythm)

Test specifications

Provider
Bluecrest Wellness
Sample type
unknown
Collection method
in-person measurement at local venue
Turnaround time
Not specified
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Bluecrest Wellness.

  • 6-lead ECG (heart rhythm)

About this test

The Electrocardiogram (ECG) test records your heart's electrical activity across 6 leads to check its rate and rhythm. Bluecrest states the trace is reviewed by an accredited Cardiac Data Analyst, who looks for abnormalities such as those linked to atrial fibrillation, a recognised risk factor for stroke.

Priced at £60, it sits well below the £125 median for the 27 heart health tests we track, reflecting that it measures a single reading rather than a panel of blood biomarkers. For clinical depth, that places it in the 20th percentile of heart tests by marker count, which is typical for a single-measurement test rather than a blood panel.

The listing publishes a detailed description of what the test involves and clear collection options, which supports a reasonable clarity score, but Bluecrest does not state a turnaround time or what the results report looks like, and results are reviewed by a data analyst rather than a doctor.

Who is it for?

This suits you if you want a straightforward check of your heart rhythm, particularly if you notice palpitations, dizziness or breathlessness, or if you have risk factors such as smoking, high blood pressure or a family history of heart conditions. Because it only measures rhythm and does not include cholesterol or inflammation markers, consider pairing it with a lipid or inflammation panel if you want a wider view of cardiovascular risk. If you have ongoing chest pain, fainting or a racing heartbeat, contact your GP directly rather than waiting for test results.

How it works

This is an in-person measurement rather than a blood or stool sample: a 6-lead ECG trace is recorded at a local Bluecrest venue. The trace is reviewed by an accredited Cardiac Data Analyst rather than a doctor. Bluecrest does not state how long results take to come back.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Priced at £60, around half the £125 median for the heart health tests we track.
  • Trace is reviewed by an accredited Cardiac Data Analyst, not left for you to interpret alone.
  • Detailed description of what a 6-lead ECG checks and why it matters.
  • Non-invasive, in-person measurement with no blood sample needed.

Cons

  • Bluecrest does not state a turnaround time for results.
  • Reviewed by a Cardiac Data Analyst rather than a doctor.
  • Checks rhythm only; does not cover cholesterol or other cardiovascular markers.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score Cheapest heart test in the range, but turnaround isn't stated
Editorial confidence: 9.0/10

At £60, this ECG is priced about half the £125 median for the heart health tests we track, making it one of the more affordable options in that category. It records a 6-lead trace of your heart's rhythm, reviewed by a Cardiac Data Analyst rather than a doctor, though Bluecrest does not state how long results take to come back.

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 7.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, clear collection options; it does not state a turnaround time, the sample type, 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 3.0/10

    Requires a visit to a clinic.

  • Results and follow-up 3.0/10

    Results are not doctor-reviewed and no consultation is included; the provider does not describe the report format.

  • Trust signals 9.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.7 from 6,787 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 own lab); CQC registered; trading 14+ years.

  • Value for money 9.1/10

    £60.00 against a median of £125.00 for the 27 similarly sized heart health tests we track (-52%).

Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.

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