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Heart Health
Maintaining a healthy heart is essential for overall well-being, yet heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness and mortality worldwide. Early detection of cardiovascular risk factors is crucial to prevent complications and support long-term heart health. Our Heart Health Test Profile offers a comprehensive blood assessment to evaluate cardiovascular function and identify potential risk factors before they escalate into serious health issues.
This specialised test measures key biomarkers that influence heart health, including cholesterol levels, lipid balance, and markers of inflammation or cardiac muscle stress. By analysing these indicators, your doctor can gain detailed insights into your cardiovascular status and develop personalised strategies to protect your heart. These strategies may include lifestyle and dietary modifications, targeted supplementation, or medical interventions tailored to your individual needs.
Heartadvanced lipid & risk panel
48 hrsresults turnaround
GPled interpretation
UKASaccredited lab
Why a Heart Health test matters
Heart disease often develops silently over many years, with no symptoms until something serious happens. This advanced panel goes beyond a basic cholesterol check — measuring your full lipid profile, apolipoproteins, lipoprotein(a), homocysteine and inflammation (hsCRP) — to build a detailed picture of your cardiovascular risk.
The earlier you understand your risk, the more you can do to protect your heart. Every result is reviewed and explained by a GP, with clear guidance on what it means and any next steps.
What's included in your Heart Health test
An advanced cardiovascular panel, grouped by what it assesses.
Cholesterol & lipids
Total CholesterolTotal Cholesterol / HDL RatioTriglycerides
Apolipoproteins
Apolipoprotein A-1Apolipoprotein BApolipoprotein A1/B RatioLipoprotein (a)
Cardiovascular risk markers
HomocysteineHigh Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP)Creatine Kinase
What this panel assesses
Cholesterol balanceTotal cholesterol, the cholesterol/HDL ratio and triglycerides.
Detailed lipid riskApolipoproteins help refine your risk beyond standard cholesterol.
Inherited riskLipoprotein(a) reflects a largely genetic cardiovascular risk factor.
Inflammation & vesselshsCRP and homocysteine add insight into vascular risk.
How it works
Book onlineChoose a time that suits you, or call us. Most checks can be booked online.
Quick blood sampleA short, comfortable appointment at one of our clinical sites — around 15 minutes.
Expert lab analysisYour sample is processed by a locally based UKAS-accredited laboratory.
GP-reviewed resultsWithin 48 hours, a GP reviews and explains your results — with clear, personalised advice.
Is this test right for you?
It's a strong choice if you have:
A family historyHeart disease or high cholesterol in close relatives.
Known risk factorsRaised cholesterol, high blood pressure, weight or lifestyle factors.
A detailed picture in mindWanting more than a basic cholesterol check.
Peace of mindKeen to understand and protect your heart health.
Why choose Solasta
GP interpretation, not softwareEvery result is reviewed and explained by an experienced local GP — so you know what it means and what to do next.
Accurate, accredited resultsAnalysed by a locally based UKAS-accredited laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025:2017) for reliable, fast diagnostics.
Continuity of careMore than a one-off test — discreet, unhurried care with ongoing support and follow-up if needed.
What to know before your appointment
Fasting required (8–12 hours)
Fasting for 8–12 hours prior to your test is recommended for accurate cholesterol and triglyceride results (only consume water during this period). Fasting for extended periods can affect your results or cause adverse reactions during sample collection.
Avoid strenuous exercise
Please avoid strenuous or unaccustomed exercise for 48 hours before your appointment, as it can raise creatine kinase and skew your results.
Stay hydrated
Please ensure you are well hydrated prior to your appointment, as being dehydrated may make the blood draw more difficult.
Biotin (Vitamin B7)
Biotin (Vitamin B7) is a common component of many multivitamins and is also available as a standalone supplement. Biotin is known to interfere with laboratory testing and can affect various blood results. Unless prescribed by your doctor, we recommend stopping supplementation at least 48 hours prior to testing. If the supplement has been prescribed, please speak with your doctor before stopping.
Heart Health FAQs
What does this test measure?
Your full lipid profile (total cholesterol, cholesterol/HDL ratio and triglycerides), apolipoproteins and lipoprotein(a), plus homocysteine, high-sensitivity CRP and creatine kinase.
How is this different from a basic cholesterol test?
As well as cholesterol, it includes apolipoproteins, lipoprotein(a), homocysteine and inflammation markers that can refine your cardiovascular risk beyond a standard lipid panel.
Do I need to fast?
Yes — fasting for 8–12 hours beforehand is recommended (water only) for accurate cholesterol and triglyceride results.
Should I avoid exercise before the test?
Yes. Avoid strenuous or unaccustomed exercise for 48 hours beforehand, as it can raise creatine kinase and affect your results.
How long do results take?
Results are typically ready within 48 hours of your sample reaching the laboratory, after which a GP reviews and explains them.
Will a doctor explain my results?
Yes. Your results are interpreted by an experienced GP with personalised guidance and any recommended next steps.
How is the sample taken?
A simple blood sample is taken at one of our clinical sites in a short, comfortable appointment of around 15 minutes.
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Ready to understand your health?
Book your Heart Health test online, or call us — NI 028 40 648 486 · ROI +353 1906 1950.
Book your Heart Health test online, or call us — NI 028 40 648 486 · ROI +353 1906 1950.