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.
10 biomarkers as listed by Thriva.
This test covers 10 markers combining a standard cholesterol profile (HDL, LDL, non-HDL cholesterol and triglycerides) with apolipoproteins A1 and B and the ratios between them. Apolipoprotein B is commonly used alongside standard cholesterol as it reflects the total number of particles that can contribute to arterial plaque, which standard cholesterol numbers alone don't capture.
Against the five other tests in this comparison group, this is the cheapest option at £73.80, roughly 25% under the £98.50 median, while matching the group's typical marker count of 10. Medichecks' Apolipoprotein Profile and Forth's Advanced Cholesterol test cost £89 each for nine and eight markers respectively, and Thriva's own Lp(a) Cardiovascular Risk Profile adds Lp(a) for £108 and 11 markers.
It scores well for clinical depth, matching the group's typical marker count, and particularly well for value for money given it undercuts every other test in the group. It also scores well for collection convenience and results and follow-up, thanks to the sampling options, two-day turnaround and doctor review.
This suits people who want apolipoproteins alongside standard cholesterol without paying group-topping prices, for example to get a fuller cardiovascular risk picture than a basic lipid test. If you also want Lp(a) included, Thriva's own Lp(a) Cardiovascular Risk Profile covers 11 markers for £108. If cost is the only concern and apolipoproteins aren't essential, Thriva's baseline cholesterol test covers seven core lipid markers for £47.70.
The sample is taken as an at-home finger-prick, or a nurse-taken venous draw for an extra £60. The lab measures all 10 markers and a doctor reviews the results, typically within two days.
Ten markers combining standard cholesterol with apolipoproteins A1 and B are covered here for £73.80, the lowest price among the five tests in this comparison group and about 25% under the £98.50 median. Medichecks and Forth charge £89 for eight or nine markers, and Thriva's own Lp(a) Cardiovascular Risk Profile costs £108 for 11. Results come with a doctor's review within two days.
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.
10 biomarkers against a median of 10 across the 6 tests in its comparison group.
A finger-prick sample you take at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 2 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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£73.80 against a comparison-group median of £98.50 (-25%).
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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