{"product_id":"male-cardiometabolic-test-kit","title":"Male CardioMetabolic Test Kit | Specialist Doctor Report Included","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest ID: B-222M\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAre You at Risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes, or Metabolic Syndrome Without Knowing It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in men in the UK — yet most men have never had a comprehensive assessment of their metabolic and cardiac risk. The warning signs often develop silently over years, dismissed as stress, weight gain, or simply getting older. Insulin resistance, elevated triglycerides, and chronic low-grade inflammation can all be well established long before a heart attack or diabetes diagnosis. This comprehensive 6-marker panel is designed to catch the warning signs early. If you recognise any of the following, this test could be one of the most important health checks you take:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh blood pressure or a family history of heart disease or type 2 diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight gain around the abdomen or difficulty losing belly fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevated triglycerides or high cholesterol on previous tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue, brain fog, or persistent sugar cravings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced erections or low libido (an early sign of cardiovascular and metabolic dysfunction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle loss, soreness, or reduced exercise performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDizziness, irritability, or low mood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumbness or tingling in feet or hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy crashes after meals or difficulty maintaining a healthy weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready diagnosed with metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, or cardiovascular disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently taking cholesterol-lowering medication or TRT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Cardiometabolic Health Is a Critical Priority for Men\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMen develop cardiovascular disease on average 7–10 years earlier than women, and are more likely to have a heart attack without prior warning. Testosterone plays a complex role in metabolic health — low testosterone is independently associated with insulin resistance, elevated triglycerides, and increased visceral fat, creating a feedback loop that accelerates cardiometabolic decline. Men on TRT, those with suspected andropause, or anyone carrying excess abdominal weight should consider this panel an essential baseline. Standard GP checks rarely provide this level of detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Test Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis panel combines six clinically validated markers to assess cardiovascular risk, diabetes progression, and systemic inflammation in a single home test:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFasting Insulin (IN)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The earliest and most sensitive marker of insulin resistance, detectable before blood sugar rises. Elevated fasting insulin is strongly linked to abdominal obesity, low testosterone, and metabolic syndrome in men. Optimal: 1–8 μIU\/mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHbA1c (Haemoglobin A1c)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Your 3-month average blood sugar level; used to screen for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Men with excess abdominal fat or low testosterone are at significantly higher risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP)\u003c\/strong\u003e — A key marker of systemic inflammation linked to cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, and metabolic dysfunction. Chronic low-grade inflammation is a major driver of heart disease in men and is often elevated years before a clinical event.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Blood fats that rise with poor diet, insulin resistance, and excess alcohol. High triglycerides in men are a strong independent predictor of cardiovascular disease and are closely linked to metabolic syndrome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Overall cholesterol status; a core cardiovascular screening marker. Men with low testosterone often show unfavourable cholesterol patterns even on a healthy diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The “good” cholesterol that protects arteries. Low HDL is particularly common in men with insulin resistance, excess abdominal fat, or high triglycerides, and is a strong predictor of heart disease risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these markers provide a clinically relevant evaluation of your risk for \u003cstrong\u003eatherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and chronic inflammation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your sample at home\u003c\/strong\u003e — a simple finger-prick blood spot taken while fasting; no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e to our CLIA-certified laboratory using the instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your results by email\u003c\/strong\u003e within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Get With Your Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour personalised report includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll six markers displayed clearly in \u003cstrong\u003egraphics and numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA written interpretation by a \u003cstrong\u003eHormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and \u003cstrong\u003ewhat to do next\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Test For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is ideal for men who want to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess their cardiovascular and metabolic health in a single comprehensive test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetect insulin resistance or pre-diabetes before blood sugar becomes elevated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand how low testosterone, andropause, or TRT may be affecting their metabolic risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor the impact of diet, exercise, or medication on cardiometabolic markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a proactive approach to heart health and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be collected fasting — no food or drink other than water before sample collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample from home and post to our lab — no clinic visit required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults delivered by email within 3–5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden costs or additional charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValid for 12 months from the date of purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysed by a CLIA-certified laboratory with over 11 million tests performed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers are responsible for posting their sample to the laboratory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hormone Lab UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43583034889,"sku":"550","price":239.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Insulin_Test_Kit.png?v=1787500073","url":"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/ar\/products\/male-cardiometabolic-test-kit","provider":"Hormone Lab UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}