Non-HDL Cholesterol

• No symptoms at all in early stages (most common)
• Fatigue or shortness of breath with exertion
• Chest discomfort or tightness (especially during activity)
• High blood pressure
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Xanthomas (yellowish cholesterol deposits on skin or around eyes)
• Poor circulation or cold extremities
• Family history of early heart disease or high cholesterol
• Weight gain or obesity
• Erectile dysfunction (linked to vascular health)
• Unexpected cardiovascular events (e.g. heart attack or stroke without prior symptoms)

Recommended for individuals with a family history of heart disease, high cholesterol, or stroke, as well as those with high blood pressure, diabetes, or a sedentary lifestyle. Ideal for people managing weight issues, metabolic syndrome, or following up on abnormal lipid profiles. Also suitable for anyone taking a proactive approach to heart health and cardiovascular risk—especially when symptoms are absent or subtle.

• Elevated cardiovascular risk
• High cholesterol (dyslipidaemia)
• Coronary artery disease (CAD)
• Atherosclerosis
• Stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA) risk
• Peripheral artery disease (PAD)
• Metabolic syndrome
• Type 2 diabetes with lipid abnormalities
• Familial hypercholesterolaemia
• Silent or asymptomatic lipid imbalances
• Obesity-related cardiovascular concerns