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The sample collection fee is a fixed cost that refers to the visit to the clinic where you submit your sample. The fee is not affected by how many tests you have ordered, but varies depending on the order value:

  • For order values under SEK 350, the sampling fee is SEK 129.
  • For order values between SEK 350 and SEK 1000, the fee is SEK 59.
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How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
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  • Measures LDL cholesterol
  • The "bad" cholesterol (LDL)
  • Discover the risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Indicate dietary or lifestyle changes
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LDL cholesterol – Blood test for analysis of “bad” cholesterol

LDL cholesterol (Low-Density Lipoprotein) is often called “bad” cholesterol because it transports cholesterol from the liver to the body’s tissues. If the amount of LDL becomes too high, the cholesterol can start to be stored in the walls of the blood vessels and form so-called plaques. This leads to hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), which in turn increases the risk of heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular disease.

Unlike HDL cholesterol (the “good” cholesterol), which transports away excess fat and cholesterol, LDL has the opposite effect. That is why a high LDL value is considered one of the most significant risk factors for cardiovascular disease. At the same time, LDL is also necessary in moderate amounts – the body needs cholesterol to produce hormones, vitamin D and cell membranes.

One of the most important markers for your lipid profile

LDL is the single most important marker in a lipid profile because it most clearly reflects the risk of atherosclerosis. While total cholesterol and HDL show the whole picture, it is LDL in particular that predicts future cardiovascular disease. Research shows that every reduction in LDL by 1 mmol/L can reduce the risk of heart attack by up to 20–25%.

Therefore, measuring LDL is central – not only for people with known cardiovascular disease, but also for those who want to prevent future risks and monitor the effect of diet, exercise or medication. LDL analysis is often included in a complete lipid profile along with HDL, triglycerides and total cholesterol, but LDL is the most risk-predictive of these markers.

What affects LDL levels?

Several factors can affect LDL levels in the blood, both lifestyle-related and genetic:

  • Diet: A high intake of saturated fats, trans fats and sugar can raise LDL levels.
  • Genetics: In hereditary high cholesterol (familial hypercholesterolemia), LDL is often significantly elevated already at a young age.
  • Hormonal changes: Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and menopause can lead to increased LDL levels.
  • Lifestyle: Smoking, lack of exercise, stress and obesity raise LDL and lower HDL.
  • Medications and diseases: Certain blood pressure medications, liver diseases, and kidney disorders can also affect cholesterol metabolism.

Why should I measure LDL cholesterol?

Measuring LDL provides important information about your cardiovascular risk and helps you understand how your lifestyle affects heart health. The test is used to:

  • Assess the risk of cardiovascular disease.
  • Monitor the effect of diet and exercise.
  • Evaluate drug treatment for high cholesterol.
  • Detect hereditary high cholesterol (FH).

LDL cholesterol should be checked regularly, especially if you:

  • Have hereditary high cholesterol or familial hypercholesterolemia.
  • Smoke, have high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes.
  • Are overweight, have metabolic syndrome or live a sedentary life.
  • Have had a heart attack, stroke or angina.

What does a high LDL value mean?

Elevated LDL means that the body has too much cholesterol circulating in the blood. Over time, this can damage the artery walls and contribute to atherosclerosis. It is one of the strongest risk factors for cardiovascular disease – but also a risk you can influence. By lowering LDL levels through diet, exercise, weight control or medication, the risk of serious cardiovascular events can be significantly reduced.

Reference range for LDL cholesterol

LDL should always be interpreted in relation to the rest of the lipid profile and the individual cardiovascular risk. In general, values ​​below 3.0 mmol/L are considered favorable for healthy people, while people with cardiovascular disease or diabetes should often be below 1.8 mmol/L.

Age group Lower reference value (mmol/L) Upper reference value (mmol/L)
18–30 years 1.2 4.3
31–50 years 1.4 4.7

How is the blood test done? to?

The blood sample is taken easily via a prick in the arm by trained healthcare professionals. Usually you do not need to fast before the test, but for some investigations a fasting test can give more accurate values. The analysis is performed in an accredited laboratory and is often part of a complete lipid profile together with HDL, triglycerides and total cholesterol.

Cardiovascular markers are biomarkers that can be measured in the blood to assess the health of the heart and blood vessels and identify any cardiovascular risk factors or disease states. These markers can provide important information about the risk of cardiovascular disease, diagnose acute and chronic conditions, and be used for the follow-up and treatment of cardiovascular diseases.

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LDL cholesterol
LDL cholesterol, also known as "bad cholesterol", is a form of cholesterol carried in the body that can cause heart disease if there is too much of it.
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Before visiting a reception for sampling, you need to do the following:

Activate referral and select reception

To activate your referral, simply follow the instructions that you will receive via email after completing the purchase. The email contains an activation code, by clicking on the link in the email you enter the flow to fill in any information, activate the referral and select reception in the sample answer service zample.

Before the sampling

  • Rest for 15 minutes in place on the sampling unit.
  • Bring valid identification.

The referral is available digitally at the sampling unit after you activate it, follow the instructions you receive via email. Here you can read our guidelines before taking samples.

LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein) transports cholesterol from the liver to the body's tissues. Too much LDL in the blood can cause cholesterol to be deposited in the walls of blood vessels, which increases the risk of atherosclerosis, heart attack and stroke. That's why it is often called the "bad" cholesterol.

In general, the following guidelines apply to healthy adults

  • LDL concentration below 3.0 mmol/L is considered optimal for healthy people.
  • Test results below 1.8 mmol/L are recommended for people with very high cardiovascular risk.
  • 3.0–4.9 mmol/L may be acceptable depending on the other risk profile.
  • Test results for LDL above 5.0 mmol/L are often considered elevated and should be followed up.

Individual risk assessment, however, takes into account several factors such as blood pressure, smoking, heredity and diabetes.

You can lower your LDL cholesterol by eating more fiber, reducing your intake of saturated fat, being physically active daily, and avoiding smoking and alcohol. Losing weight if you are overweight also has a positive effect. If your levels are high, medications such as statins may be needed.

Elevated LDL does not cause any symptoms in itself, but can slowly cause damage to the artery walls. Therefore, it is important to detect and treat high levels in time – it is a silent risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

For healthy adults, a check-up every four to five years is often sufficient. If you have risk factors such as high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes or a genetic predisposition to heart disease, you should test LDL more often – perhaps annually. Even during ongoing treatment, levels should be monitored regularly.

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With insight into your blood values ​​and health data, you can take control of your well-being and make conscious adjustments to your lifestyle.

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A healthy and varied diet is said to be a trick to reduce the risk of ill health, with full insight into your health data you can see the balance of your vitamins, minerals and hormones.

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Questions and answers

Yes, you can buy all tests and health checks with us for another person. After you complete a purchase, you will receive an email with an activation code. The activation code is not personal, which means that you can give the activation code to any person. The person who is to use the code needs to have a Swedish social security number or a valid reserve number.

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No, blood tests do not replace contact with the healthcare system, which together with medical history, clinical examinations and possible blood tests can make a diagnosis.

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You submit your test at any reception that is available all over Sweden, see the "receptions" tab in the menu. The sampling is carried out by trained healthcare personnel, so you can feel confident in your choice of sampling unit and in your meeting with the staff who work for them and who perform the sampling when you leave your blood sample intravenously. Analysis of your blood samples takes place at Sweden's leading accredited laboratory Synlab, Unilabs or Karolinska University Laboratory.

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To create your own referral select the specific markers you want to test for in the shopping cart. When you complete your purchase, a separate referral is created based on your choices.

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It usually takes 1-5 working days to get your test results, these are sent to you continuously as the analysis is done. The doctors comment will appear in the final report when all test results have been received, provided it is included in your analysis.

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Add the health check or tests you want to carry out to the shopping cart, go to checkout and choose the payment option that suits you. After completed payment, we will send an email with an activation code for your referral. You use the activation code in the sample response service "My journal" to activate the referral and select the reception where you want to leave your samples.

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