{"product_id":"nutripath-complete-heart-and-metabolic-blood-panel","title":"Heart and metabolic blood panel","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eYour heart and metabolic picture in one blood draw\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA single panel that captures lipids, inflammation, insulin and advanced cardiac markers. The complete cardiovascular workup in one blood draw.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-brand-attribution\"\u003eTest processed by \u003cstrong\u003eNutriPath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombines the standard lipid profile with hs-CRP (inflammation), homocysteine (cardiovascular risk amplifier), Lp(a) (genetic risk factor) and the insulin resistance index. A more thorough baseline than any single panel, suitable when family history or symptoms warrant a fuller picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardiovascular risk is rarely explained by cholesterol alone. This comprehensive panel combines the five standard lipid markers with the inflammatory and metabolic markers that modern cardiology increasingly relies on. hs-CRP measures silent vascular inflammation. Homocysteine reflects B vitamin status and is an independent cardiovascular risk factor. Lipoprotein(a) is a genetically determined particle that contributes to cardiovascular risk in about 20 percent of the population and is rarely measured at a standard check up. Fasting insulin with HOMA-IR captures the metabolic side of the picture. Together these markers give you a substantially more complete view than a lipid panel alone, particularly if you have a family history of cardiovascular disease or metabolic syndrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBiomarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSample\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it tells you\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Cholesterol + LDL + HDL + Triglycerides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard lipid references\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe baseline lipid panel that anchors cardiovascular assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ehs-CRP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 1.0 mg\/L low risk, 1 to 3 moderate, above 3 elevated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh sensitivity C reactive protein. Measures low grade systemic inflammation, a strong predictor of cardiovascular events independent of cholesterol.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHomocysteine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (EDTA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 8 umol\/L optimal, above 12 elevated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElevated homocysteine is an independent cardiovascular risk factor. Also a marker of B12, folate and B6 status.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLipoprotein(a)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 30 mg\/dL low risk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA genetic variant of LDL. High Lp(a) affects roughly 20 percent of people and is rarely tested at a standard check up. Worth knowing once in your life.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFasting Insulin + HOMA-IR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulin under 10 mIU\/L, HOMA-IR under 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaptures the metabolic contribution to cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApolipoproteins ApoA1 and ApoB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApoB under 0.9 g\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewer markers that reflect the number of atherogenic particles more accurately than LDL cholesterol alone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to collect and what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast for 10 to 12 hours (water only). Morning collection strongly preferred. Book at any NutriPath referral centre. Results and clinical report in 5 to 7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-warnings\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings and cautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a health information test. Do not stop, start or change cardiovascular medication based on these results. Discuss findings with your GP or cardiologist before adjusting any treatment plan. High Lp(a) is genetic and not modifiable by lifestyle but is critical context for overall risk management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faqs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this better than a standard lipid panel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard lipid panel captures about 40 percent of the cardiovascular risk picture. This panel adds inflammation (hs-CRP), B vitamin linked risk (homocysteine), genetic risk (Lp(a)) and metabolic contribution (HOMA-IR). Together these cover the majority of modifiable and non modifiable cardiovascular risk factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should consider this over the basic lipid profile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone with a family history of heart disease before age 65, anyone already on cholesterol medication, anyone with type 2 diabetes or PCOS, and anyone who wants a once off comprehensive baseline to work from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to retest all markers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Lp(a) is genetic and only needs testing once in your life. Homocysteine responds to B vitamin status. Lipids, hs-CRP and HOMA-IR are worth retesting every 12 weeks if you are making protocol changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to the Vibrant America CardiaX test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardiaX is a genetic test that identifies inherited cardiovascular risk variants. This NutriPath panel is a biochemical test that measures current cardiovascular status. They are complementary, not duplicative. Many patients do both once and retest the NutriPath panel over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18997196\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehs-CRP in cardiovascular risk prediction\u003c\/a\u003e: JUPITER trial established hs-CRP as a guide for statin therapy decisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29129781\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLipoprotein(a) as a cardiovascular risk factor\u003c\/a\u003e: Consensus statement on Lp(a) as a genetic cardiovascular risk factor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12143091\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHomocysteine and cardiovascular risk\u003c\/a\u003e: B vitamin lowering of homocysteine and its effect on cardiovascular outcomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31893580\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eApolipoprotein B vs LDL cholesterol for cardiovascular risk\u003c\/a\u003e: Evidence that ApoB outperforms LDL in predicting cardiovascular events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NutriPath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52591883813138,"sku":"OPTI-NUTRIPATH-COMPLETE-HEART-AND-METABOLIC-B","price":219.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/nutripath-complete-heart-and-metabolic-blood-panel.jpg?v=1786431185","url":"https:\/\/optilabs.com.au\/products\/nutripath-complete-heart-and-metabolic-blood-panel","provider":"OptiLabs by Evergreen Doctors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}