What is the Cholesterol Blood Test Home Kit?
Your blood cholesterol level will be displayed by this test. A high-density lipoprotein (HDL) test is used to measure it. HDL is vital in metabolism, moving cholesterol from extrahepatic tissues to the liver for catabolism and excretion.
How Do I Increase HDL Cholesterol Levels?
Physical activity can raise your HDL (good cholesterol) level. Altogether, you need at least 30 minutes of moderate movement a day. If overweight, removing extra pounds can assist boost your HDL levels and reduce LDL (“bad”) levels.
What are the Instructions for use?
Kindly collect your LDL sample first thing in the morning. Take it at least one hour before any medication.
HDL: A follow-up sampling may be performed if your screening results show a high level.
High Level
The following conditions may cause high LDL levels:
- Hyperalphalipoproteinemia.
- Hypobetalipoproteinemia.
- Increased triglyceride clearance.
- Chronic liver disease.
Low Level
Low LDL levels are caused by:
- Familial hypoalphalipoproteinemia.
- Hepatocellular disorders.
- Anaemia and chronic myeloproliferative diseases.
- Diabetes.
How Does the Cholesterol Home Delivery Work?
Purchase your Cholesterol blood evaluation home kit and perform sample collection yourself.
Make a drop-off of the sample you took here: Royal Mail Red Street Box. Return label used for our lab should be Track 24/48.
After our turnaround time, please check your email or site dashboard for your results.
How Many Days Will My Results Take?
The target turnaround time for the Cholesterol results is 1 day. Be aware that assay schedules may affect this time.
Please deliver your sample through Royal Mail from Monday to Thursday to minimize the chance of any delays.
Letting the sample sit risks clotting which completely invalidates it. Therefore, it must be disposed of and retaken.
Please take your test on a Monday to Thursday to avoid delivery delays at the lab.
Why Should You Use Our Evaluation Product?
- Cutting-edge laboratory technology (newest and greatest).
- Direct deal with our Laboratories for unbeatable Prices and Support.
- Track24 Pre-paid Label for Delivery to Lab.
- Cholesterol evaluation result certificate sent to you by Confidential Email (No SMS).
- We provide support through WhatsApp during our business hours.
What are the Common HDL Questions?
Q: What is it, and why is it referred to as “good”?
A: The development of atherosclerosis is accelerated by low levels of cholesterol, which is a result of the impaired elimination of the “bad”.
Q: What are the causes of reduced levels?
A: If you have a rare genetic mutation, uncontrolled diabetes, or excess weight gain, you are not an active person. Additionally, smoking, not consuming vegetables, and taking certain medications may also contribute to this condition.
Q: What are the signs of insufficient levels?
A: Regrettably, the symptoms are frequently imperceptible.
Q: What are the long-term adverse consequences of having low levels?
A: The long-term adverse consequences of reduced levels include an elevated risk of cardiovascular disease and specific major cardiovascular events.
Q: Are there any adverse effects associated with the treatment?
A: Side effects are present in all medications, including ordinary aspirin.
Q: Is it necessary for me to fast prior to the sampling?
A: In order to obtain accurate results, it is advisable to acquire your sample on a typical day.
Cholesterol Scientific Data from Our Instrument and Reagent Supplier
Technology Method:
Fully automatic biochemistry analyser
Detection Bounds:
≤ 1.0 mmol/L
Accuracy and Precision:
- Approximate error: Less than +/- 10%.
- Within assay coefficient of variations: ≤ 4%,
- Between assay coefficient of variations: ≤ 10%.
Measuring Range:
In range results:
- Females: 1.29~1.55 mmol/L
- Males: 1.16~1.42 mmol/L
Out-of-range results:
Low levels may be due to obesity, eating fatty foods, not enough exercise, smoking, and drinking alcohol. High levels of HDL may be from a genetic mutation, hyperthyroidism, or alcohol use disorder.
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Shipping and Return Policies
Appointment:
Missed appointments or cancellations less than 24 hours prior are not entitled to refunds. Rescheduling is possible but not guaranteed. Please contact the customer service prior to the appointment time to discuss cost and availability options.
Shipping & Return:
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To Qualify for any return, the product must be in the same condition as when you received it. Not used, not opened, unworn, in its original packaging. You will also need to send it to us with the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please return to: Medicines by MailBox, 89 Falcon Rd, London. SW11 2PF
You can read our full return policy here:
https://medicinesbymailbox.co.uk/return-policy/
We offer next day delivery; however courier delivery times are out of our control. We are unable to offer refunds for any late deliveries. But you will receive courier tracking information once your order has been dispatched. And orders placed by 1pm are dispatched on the same day.
Shipping and Return Policy
Our company provides a 14-day return policy, which means that for 14 days since receiving your Cholesterol order, you can request a return to us for valid reasons.
You must ensure that the HDL kit is in the exact same condition as it arrived, meaning that you may not open or use the kit and it must still be in its original package. Your purchase receipt also needs to be included as evidence.
The return address is:
Medicines Online, 89 Falcon Road, London, SW11 2PF.
We strongly suggest reading our full return policy here: https://medicinesbymailbox.com/return-policy/
Notes about Royal Mail and DHL Courier Services:
While we do offer a next-day HDL Kit delivery; courier delivery times are out of our control. Therefore, you are not able to request refunds for any late deliveries. Courier tracking information will be sent to you once your order has been dispatched. Orders placed by a cutoff time of 1 PM are dispatched on the same day.
Principle IVD Regulatory Certification
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MHRA Registration Number: 10271 – Unistik Lancet
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MHRA Registration Number: 9489 – BD Microtainer Tube
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Review Date : 02/02/2026
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Ryan D. –
I trust Medicines Online with my health testing needs. Their professionalism shines through!
B. Enderson –
Received my results within one day of sending back my sample. Couldn’t believe how fast it was! I just had some difficulty drawing enough blood, but after some tips, I managed to do it.
Bruna –
The price is affordable and the results come in very fast and are easy to understand
Edwin –
I had some doubts about the kit and medicines online was very helpful with everything. Thank you
Paul –
I had some symptoms and decided to look for a clinic where I could take the test and found medicines online. The service was great, they were very helpful. Thank you!
pavol Murco –
Ordered Sunday, kit arrived Tuesday morning and had results back on Friday. Very efficient service.
Good price for the service and easy to understand results tab.