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Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in Australia
AIHW Heart, Stroke and Vascular Disease Report 2023.
Cardiovascular health, actually measured.
Explore cholesterol tests, cardiovascular panels and supplement options.
Standard cholesterol tests miss the markers that matter most.
ApoB, Lipoprotein(a) and hsCRP are more predictive of cardiovascular events than total cholesterol. None of them appear on a standard lipid panel.
OptiLabs uses functional reference ranges, calibrated to how well your body needs to perform, not just where clinical pathology begins.
~20%
of the population has elevated Lipoprotein(a) — rarely tested in standard GP care
Journal of the American College of Cardiology 2022.
80%
of premature heart disease and stroke may be preventable when risk is identified early
World Health Organisation 2021.
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Cholesterol and cardiovascular tests
See what each test measures, how the sample is collected and the price. Open a test to check the details and order.
Featured test
Cholesterol and triglycerides blood test
A blood test measuring total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides. It provides a lipid profile to discuss alongside your overall cardiovascular risk and any current treatment.
In-clinic · Blood
From $109.00
per test
24 hours after the laboratory receives your sample
Processing estimate only. Allow additional time for order review, collection and sample transport.
- Total Cholesterol
- LDL Cholesterol
- HDL Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Cholesterol : HDL Ratio
Heart and metabolic blood panel
A blood panel combining lipid, inflammation and metabolic measurements. It brings several markers into one investigation for your practitioner to consider alongside your history and other cardiovascular risk information.
In-clinic · Blood
From $219.00
per test
7 to 10 days after the laboratory receives your sample
Processing estimate only. Allow additional time for order review, collection and sample transport.
- Total Cholesterol + LDL + HDL + Triglycerides
- hs-CRP
- Homocysteine
- Lipoprotein(a)
- Fasting Insulin + HOMA-IR
- Apolipoproteins ApoA1 and ApoB
Advanced cardiovascular panel with LDL subfractions
A cardiovascular blood panel that includes LDL subfractions. It adds information about LDL particles to the panel’s other measurements. Your practitioner can assess whether that extra information would change your care.
From $309.00
per test
7 to 10 business days after the laboratory receives your sample
Processing estimate only. Allow additional time for order review, collection and sample transport.
Heart & Cardiovascular · bundle
Your starter bundle.
Three starter supplements, with the option to add a test or practitioner consultation.
Supplement
Bergamot polyphenol extract
$65.95A natural approach to cholesterol and cardiovascular health
View ingredients and product details
What's in it
Bergamot polyphenol extract BJE100 (Citrus bergamia)IncludedOlive leaf extract (standardised oleuropein)IncludedArtichoke extract (Cynara scolymus)Included
Before you take it
Those on statin medications or other cholesterol-lowering drugs should consult their doctor before use. Contains artichoke, those with gallstones or bile duct obstruction should seek medical advice before use. Not recommended during pregnancy without medical supervision.
View ingredients and product details
What's in it
Kaneka Ubiquinol (CoQ10)50mg
Directions for use
1 capsule daily with food containing fat. Fat enhances CoQ10 absorption significantly.
Before you take it
Do not take while on warfarin (anticoagulant) therapy without medical advice. Contains sulfites. Dietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet. No added gluten, dairy, lactose or nuts. No artificial flavours or colours.
Your selection total
$154.90
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Support for your heart health
Explore individual supplements for your heart health goals. Open a product to see its ingredients and access requirements, or speak with a practitioner about what suits you.
BergaMet
Bergamot polyphenol extract
BergaMet Advanced combines the unique bergamot polyphenol extract BJE100 with olive leaf extract (standardised oleuropein), artichoke extract and...
Practitioner
Practitioner grade
Bioavailable berberine
Berb-Evail provides berberine in Designs for Health's Evail phytosome delivery system, equivalent to 2.5g standard berberine root per...
Practitioner
Practitioner grade
Ubiquinol (active CoQ10)
Ubiq-Evail provides Kaneka ubiquinol, the active, reduced form of CoQ10, in the Evail phytosome delivery system for significantly...
Zinzino
Balance Oil. Orange Lemon Mint 300ml
Balance Oil+ combines wild-caught omega-3 fish oil with high-polyphenol extra virgin olive oil, with a 4-month cycle that...
Cholesterol and cardiovascular tests: getting started
Where can I start with heart health?
Explore cholesterol tests, cardiovascular panels and supplement options. The test options above explain what each test measures. If you are unsure which option fits your needs, start with a practitioner consultation.
How do I start testing?
Choose the test that matches what you want to understand. Its page explains the sample, measurements, preparation and timing. You can also add the featured test to a starter bundle.
What is included in a starter bundle?
Each starter bundle includes the three supplements shown. A test and practitioner consultation are optional extras. Select either, both or neither; the total updates before you add the bundle to your cart.
Can I buy supplements individually?
Yes. Browse the individual products above. Practitioner products keep their existing consultation and patient-access requirements.
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