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Cholesterol Test
$59.99
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Get valuable insight into your heart health by checking your cholesterol levels with this easy, at-home test.
Not available in NY State.
Tests For:
Total Cholesterol, High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL), Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL), Cholesterol Ratio
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- FSA/HSA Eligible
- For adults 18+
- Results in 7 days
- FSA/HSA Eligible
- For adults 18+
- Results in 7 days
Biomarkers tested
Biomarkers tested
Cholesterol
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)
Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL)
Results you can trust + understand
- At-home diagnostic test
- Easy finger prick collection
- Lab results within days
- Track your lab information all in one place
- Secure portal with personalized next steps
Your kit comes with everything you need to collect your sample
- Lancets
- Pre-paid Mailer
- Bandages
- Alcohol Pad
- Checklist
- Gauze Pad
- Instructions
- Takes just 15-20 minutes
- Discreet packaging
- CLIA Lab Certified
- Takes just 15-20 minutes
- Discreet packaging
- CLIA Lab Certified
How it works
Register
Register your test online using the unique ID number that comes with the kit.
Collect
Following the instructions provided, collect your sample – it’s fast and easy!
Return
Mail your sample to our lab using the prepaid envelope included in your test kit.
Results
Receive your private HIPAA compliant results to your Healthyr portal in 3 days!
Test Smarter, Not Harder
Healthyr uses microsampling technology to offer health tests that can be done in the comfort of your home. There is no need to visit a medical professional or lab– you collect your sample yourself using a simple finger prick.
This test is for you
If you are over the age of 18.
The CDC recommends that every adult have their cholesterol checked every 4-6 years. If you have a condition such as diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure, you should be tested more regularly.
If you have high blood pressure.
High blood pressure and high cholesterol are closely linked. The plaque from cholesterol can harden and narrow the arteries, making your heart work harder to pump blood through them and causing high blood pressure. High blood pressure damages the arteries and affects blood flow, causing heart disease and putting you at greater risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure.
If you have Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes.
People with diabetes are more likely to have high cholesterol. Diabetes damages the arterial lining, making it easier for cholesterol to stick to them. This can cause narrowing or even blockage and lead to heart disease, stroke, or heart attack.
If you have a family history of high cholesterol.
If you have a close relative such as a parent, sibling, or grandparent who has high cholesterol, you may be at greater risk of having it yourself. Checking your cholesterol more often can ensure you catch warning signs early.
If you take medication for high blood pressure.
The Adult Treatment Panel guidelines (ATP III) recommends testing lipids every 4-6 months while taking a statin.
About our labs and science
Accuracy
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Reliability
Our tests use an accurate and reliable form of microsampling called Dried Blood Spot Testing. This form of testing has been used since the 1960s in Neonatal care and for testing in remote locations. You may be familiar with the heel prick performed on newborns during their initial health assessment– this is Dried Blood Spot Testing.
Lab Safety
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Sterility
Our state-of-the-art lab is CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited. We pride ourselves on our use of validated and reliable testing methods as well as our stringent quality control measures.
If you would like to learn more about our lab processes and accreditations, check out our labs & science page.
Privacy
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Security
Healthyr adheres to strict privacy and security measures to protect your personal health information. Our technology has encryption and safety protocols in place and every employee, from customer service to CEO, is trained in HIPAA compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your blood test is most accurate if you take it fasted, meaning before you have anything to eat or drink (other than water). We recommend taking it first thing in the morning.
Using the Kit ID number, register your test on behealthyr.com. This number is anonymous in our system but allows us to notify you when your test arrives at the lab and your results are ready. It also ensures the lab is able to connect your results to you.
Next, take a moment to get your blood flowing. This will help make your sample collection easier. Drink a tall glass of water for hydration, then wash your hands for a least one minute in warm water to improve circulation and blood flow.
Clean the finger you want to prick with the alcohol wipe. Remove the lancet cap then hold the lancet against the tip of your finger. Press the lancet button to perform the finger prick. Next, hold your pricked finger over the ADX card’s sample collection window. You can gently squeeze your finger to get more droplets (you’ll need about 8 in total to fill the card). You may also perform a “milking” motion, applying gentle pressure on either side of the base of your finger and slowly moving toward the fingertip.
Once filled, leave your ADX card to dry for at least one hour. Meanwhile, clean up and dispose of the used collection tools by sealing them into a bag and placing them in the garbage. As soon as your sample is dry, place it into the sample bag and then slide it into the prepaid envelope. You’ll want to mail your test the same day, so head to your nearest mailbox and drop it inside.
You will be notified when your sample arrives at the lab and then again when your results are ready to view.
Yes. We recommend taking your Cholesterol Health Test first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything (other than water, of course!) to ensure accurate results. This includes supplements, so please wait until after your test to take your morning multivitamin or similar.
The CDC recommends testing for cholesterol every 4-6 years in normal-risk adults. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, or are obese, you may want to test more frequently. People taking statins to manage their cholesterol levels should test every 4-6 months.
If you receive a result that is out of the normal range, it is important that you speak to a physician to discuss next steps. Make an appointment with your doctor, or if you do not have one, book a low-cost telehealth appointment with Sesame Care today. You can download your results to a PDF and either email them to your physician or print them to bring to your next appointment.
Yes. Due to increases in Estrogen, it is common for women to experience elevated cholesterol during pregnancy. High cholesterol during pregnancy can lead to preterm birth, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes, so it’s important to know your levels and speak to a provider if you have elevated cholesterol during pregnancy.
Yes, there is no reason you cannot take the Cholesterol Test while on your period.
No, medications will not interfere with the accuracy of the test. However, your results may reflect the impacts that medication or vitamin supplementation may have on your blood biomarkers.
No, supplementation will not interfere with the accuracy of the test. However, your results may reflect the impacts that medication or vitamin supplementation may have on your blood biomarkers.
No, insurance is not required for any of Healthyr’s at-home health tests.
Nope! Everything, from lab fees to the envelope you mail your sample in, is included in the price of your test.
Have more questions? Contact us!
Our team of experts is available Monday-Friday 9 AM – 9 PM EST to answer your questions, troubleshoot issues, and provide guidance on best practices.
