Measures six markers of cholesterol and lipid balance, including HDL, LDL and triglycerides, from a finger-prick blood sample. Suits anyone wanting a straightforward heart-health check without a full general health panel.
6 biomarkers as listed by MyHealthChecked.
This test measures the six standard components of a cholesterol and lipid check: total cholesterol, HDL and LDL cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol, the total cholesterol to HDL ratio, and triglycerides. Together these give a picture of how cholesterol is distributed in the blood, which is relevant to assessing cardiovascular risk factors such as diet, exercise and genetics.
Among the eight comparable lipid tests we track, prices range from £29 for a four-marker test up to £49 for seven markers, with a median of six markers. This test matches that median marker count at £45, though Medichecks offers the same six markers for £39, £6 less.
The score reflects a test that covers a typical depth of markers for its group at a price a little below the group median, with a GP letter and recommendations included, which lifts the results and follow-up score. Collection convenience and clarity both score well because the test can be done entirely at home and the listing sets out the markers, sample type and turnaround clearly.
This suits anyone who wants a standard cholesterol and lipid check with a GP review of the results, without paying for a wider general health panel. If price for the same six markers matters most, Medichecks' Cholesterol Blood Test covers the same ground for £39, £6 cheaper. If you also want blood glucose and testosterone checked in the same round, MyHealthChecked's own Heart Profile or Erectile Dysfunction tests build on this same panel.
You take a finger-prick blood sample at home using the kit provided, then post it to MyHealthChecked's UK laboratory. Results are ready in 2 to 3 working days, and a GP reviews them and adds recommendations before you receive your report.
For £45, this finger-prick test covers the six standard cholesterol and lipid markers, including HDL, LDL, total cholesterol and triglycerides. It sits close to the middle of the eight comparable lipid tests we track (£29 to £49), and includes a GP letter with recommendations.
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.
6 biomarkers against a median of 6 across the 18 tests in its comparison group.
A finger-prick sample you take at home; results in around 3 days, in line with or faster than similar tests.
Results are reviewed by a doctor; the provider does not describe the report format.
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£45.00 against a comparison-group median of £49.00 (-8%).
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 Cholesterol and lipid profile comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
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Full 7-marker lipid panel, priced above cheaper peers
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