Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are still the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. However, even after 30 years, we are still using the standard ‘routine’ lipid profile for testing patients. Research indicates that the current markers do not provide a comprehensive picture of the patient's lipid and cardiovascular health. This could hinder the ability to assess and detect risk earlier, as many CVD patients have traditional lipid levels within the recommended range, presenting a need for additional lipid biomarkers.
Traditional lipid panels with optimal levels do not provide a comprehensive view of all risks. It is important to consider other markers such as Lp(a), APO B, and sdLDL to assess patient risk, as they offer more specific insights, especially in patients with complex lipid disorders, strong family histories, or unexplained cardiovascular disease (CVD) and can proactively help detect risk in patients who might be considered low or intermediate risk otherwise.
We test:
- Total Cholesterol
- LDL Cholesterol
- HDL Cholesterol
- Total Cholesterol / HDL Cholesterol Ratio
- Triglycerides
- Apolipoprotein A-I
- Apolipoprotein B Apolipoprotein B / A-I Ratio
- Apolipoprotein CII
- Apolipoprotein CIII
- Apolipoprotein E
- Small LDL Cholesterol
- Lipoprotein (a)
- High Sensitivity C-Reactive
- Protein
If you can't see a slot that works for you or would like the treatment at a special time please email us at alchemy@effectdoctors.com - we will do our very best to accommodate you!
WHERE IS YOUR CLINIC BASED?
Our clinic is located at 357 Reading Road, Henley on Thames, RG9 4HA.
CAN YOU TRAVEL TO MY LOCATION?
We can travel to your home, office or hotel in the following locations:
The Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire and Hampshire.
Please contact alchemy@effectdoctors.com if you are outside this area, as we may still be able to come to you.
* only applies to certain appointment types (please select Callout when requesting an appointment.)
WHAT'S YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
We understand that plans change, especially in today’s hectic world; Please do let us know as soon as possible if you would like to rearrange any of your appointments.
In order to protect our highly skilled and specialised doctors and nurses, we stick to the following cancellation timeline:
- Cancellation/Rearrangement within 12 hours of the appointment time: 100% charge applied
- Cancellation/Rearrangement within 12 to 24 hours of the appointment time: 50% charge applied
- Cancellation/Rearrangement more than 24 hours from appointment time: Full refund or appointment rearrangement with no additional fee
HOW IS THE TEST TAKEN?
One of our experienced medical team will take the blood draw and ensure you are comfortable.
HOW LONG WILL MY APPOINTMENT TAKE?
Appointments typically last 15 minutes.
WHEN WILL I GET MY RESULTS?
Results are generally available within 24-48 hours. A full report is provided giving comprehensive and easily understandable results.
BENEFITS OF HEALTH CHECKS
Knowledge is power when it comes to your health. A blood, gut or genetic test can provide invaluable insights into your overall health and help you make informed decisions about your lifestyle. At Alchemy by Effect Doctors, our experienced medical professionals can help you identify any potential areas of concern. Book your appointment today and discover how a simple test can make a big difference in your health and wellbeing.
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