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Cholesterol (Lipid Profile) Test

$280.00

Reservation Deposit: HK$200

Check Up Location:

AM Session: Tsim Sha Tsui, or Jordan.

PM Session: Tsim Sha Tsui only.

*Suite 1424-1425, 14/F, Ocean Centre, 5 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon✅ Accept Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme.

*18/F, 238 Nathan Road, Jordan, Kowloon ❌Not Accept: Elderly Health Care Voucher Scheme, Octopus Card, WeChat Pay, Alipay HK.

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🩺【Cholesterol (Lipid Profile) Test】Quick Cardiovascular Risk Assessment

📍Price: HK$280 ｜⏰ Fasting required for at least 8 hours before test

  • Report Turnaround Time: Approximately 4-5 working days.
  • Individuals must be aged 5 or above. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the screening.

📋 Cholesterol (Lipid Profile) Test Included – 6 Key Test Items:

  1. 📝 Health Questionnaire
    Covers lifestyle habits, diet, and family medical history to provide a basis for risk assessment and personalized advice.
  2. 📏 Basic Vital Measurements
    Includes blood pressure, pulse, weight, height, and BMI (Body Mass Index) to evaluate general cardiovascular load.
  3. 🧪 Total Cholesterol
    Measures the overall amount of cholesterol in your blood – the fundamental indicator for blood lipid health.
  4. 🩸 High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) – “Good Cholesterol”
    Helps remove bad cholesterol and protects blood vessels. Higher HDL levels reduce cardiovascular risk.
  5. ⚠️ Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) – “Bad Cholesterol” (Indirect Method)
    High LDL levels may adhere to artery walls, causing blockage, strokes, and heart disease.
  6. 🍟 Triglycerides
    Often elevated due to high-fat/high-sugar diets; associated with fatty liver, insulin resistance, and heart issues.
  7. ✅ Comprehensive Report with Doctor’s Remarks & Recommendations
  8. 👩‍⚕️ Explanation of Results by Medical Staff

🧬 What Are Blood Lipids and Cholesterol?

Blood lipids are fat-based substances found in the blood, mainly including:
• Cholesterol
• Triglycerides

They play vital roles in the body – cholesterol helps produce cell membranes, hormones, and vitamin D, while triglycerides store energy. However, excess blood lipid levels can pose serious health risks.

🧬 Why Undergo a Cholesterol Test?膽固醇

Cholesterol is a type of lipid essential for hormone production and cellular function. However, when “bad” cholesterol (LDL) is too high or “good” cholesterol (HDL) is too low, it can lead to arterial hardening and blockages, increasing the risk of serious conditions such as stroke, heart disease, and hypertension.

This test measures four key blood lipid indicators, helping you identify cardiovascular risks early.

❗ What Is Hyperlipidemia?

Hyperlipidemia refers to abnormally high cholesterol or triglyceride levels, which build up in arteries as plaque, narrowing blood flow and increasing the risk of:

  • Coronary heart disease
  • Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
  • Ischemic stroke
  • Aortic sclerosis
  • Peripheral artery disease

In Hong Kong, these are among the most common chronic illnesses and causes of death, especially in middle-aged and elderly individuals.

📈 Key Hong Kong Statistics (Source: Hong Kong Department of Health & Hospital Authority):

  • Over 50% of adults have abnormal blood lipid levels (Total cholesterol ≥ 5.2 mmol/L)
  • In 2022, nearly 6,800 people died from heart disease
  • Stroke and heart disease have consistently ranked among the top 3 causes of death in Hong Kong
  • Most patients show no symptoms before testing – hence the term “Silent Killer”

🩺Common Types of Dyslipidemia

Type of Abnormality Description
High Total Cholesterol Elevated overall cholesterol in the blood
High LDL (Bad Cholesterol) Closely associated with atherosclerosis
Low HDL (Good Cholesterol) Inadequate HDL means poor clearance of LDL
High Triglycerides Often dute to diests high in sugar, fat or alcohol

⚠️ What Are the Symptoms of High Cholesterol?

High cholesterol often has no obvious early symptoms, earning its label as a “silent killer.” But if left untreated, it may lead to:

  • Chronic fatigue, dizziness
  • Chest tightness, rapid heartbeat
  • Cold or numb limbs
  • Yellowish fatty deposits near eyelids or joints (xanthomas)
  • Angina (chest pain), shortness of breath (indicates cardiovascular damage)

🛑Severe cases may result in:

  • Sudden stroke
  • Heart attack
  • Sudden cardiac death

💡 Who Is at Higher Risk of Hyperlipidemia?

  • Those with a family history of high cholesterol, hypertension, or heart disease
  • Individuals who frequently consume greasy or sugary takeout foods
  • Sedentary lifestyles and lack of exercise
  • Smokers or heavy alcohol consumers
  • Diabetics or people with metabolic syndrome

📌 Why Should You Get Regular Cholesterol Checks?

  • High cholesterol often presents no symptoms, and only a blood test can reveal your risk level.
    Hong Kong cardiologists generally recommend:
  • “Anyone aged 35 or above, especially with a family history of heart disease, should undergo annual blood lipid and cholesterol screening.”
  • Early Detection ➤ Early Intervention ➤ Prevent Cardiovascular Emergencies

 

💡 Doctor’s Advice | How to Improve Cholesterol Levels
The following lifestyle changes can help improve your lipid profile:

Category Recommendations
🥦 Diet Reduce consumption of red meat, fried foods, and animal fats. Increase intake of high-fiber vegetables, fatty fish, oats, and nuts.
🏃‍♀️ Exercise Engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, swimming, or cycling.
🚭 Quit Smoking & Drinking Smoking lowers HDL (“good”) cholesterol and should be avoided. Alcohol consumption should also be limited to moderate levels.
⚖️ Weight Management For individuals who are overweight, losing weight can effectively lower LDL and triglyceride levels.
⏰ Regular Check-ups Annual cholesterol screenings are recommended to facilitate early detection and prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

 

Booking Procedure

For more details, please click on Check-up items.

Cholesterol (Lipid Profile) Test

Health Questionnaire
blood pressure, pulse, weight, height, and BMI (Body Mass Index)
Total Cholesterol
Cholesterol (HDL)
Cholesterol (LDL) (Indirect)
Triglycerides

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