Test ID: B-222M | Sample Type: Dried Blood Spot | Test Method: Immunoassay | Results: 3–5 Working Days | Laboratory: ZRT Lab — CLIA Certified | Report: Specialist Doctor Comment Included
Are You at Risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes, or Metabolic Syndrome Without Knowing It?
Cardiovascular 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:
- High blood pressure or a family history of heart disease or type 2 diabetes
- Weight gain around the abdomen or difficulty losing belly fat
- Elevated triglycerides or high cholesterol on previous tests
- Fatigue, brain fog, or persistent sugar cravings
- Reduced erections or low libido (an early sign of cardiovascular and metabolic dysfunction)
- Muscle loss, soreness, or reduced exercise performance
- Dizziness, irritability, or low mood
- Numbness or tingling in feet or hands
- Energy crashes after meals or difficulty maintaining a healthy weight
- Already diagnosed with metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, or cardiovascular disease
- Currently taking cholesterol-lowering medication or TRT
Why Cardiometabolic Health Is a Critical Priority for Men
Men 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.
What This Test Measures
This panel combines six clinically validated markers to assess cardiovascular risk, diabetes progression, and systemic inflammation:
- Fasting Insulin (IN) — The earliest and most sensitive marker of insulin resistance, detectable before blood sugar rises. Optimal: 1–8 μIU/mL.
- HbA1c (Haemoglobin A1c) — Your 3-month average blood sugar level; used to screen for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes.
- High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) — A key marker of systemic inflammation linked to cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, and metabolic dysfunction.
- Triglycerides (TG) — Blood fats that rise with poor diet, insulin resistance, and excess alcohol. A strong independent predictor of cardiovascular disease.
- Total Cholesterol (CH) — Overall cholesterol status; a core cardiovascular screening marker.
- HDL Cholesterol (HDL) — The “good” cholesterol that protects arteries. Low HDL is a strong predictor of heart disease risk.
Together, these markers provide a clinically relevant evaluation of your risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and chronic inflammation.
Cardiometabolic Test Reference Ranges
| Test | Unit | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Cholesterol (CH) | mg/dL | 132–239 | 132–239 |
| HDL Cholesterol (HDL) | mg/dL | 40–60 | 40–60 |
| LDL Cholesterol (LDL) | mg/dL | <160 | <160 |
| LDL Cholesterol—Optimum | mg/dL | 100–159 | 100–159 |
| VLDL Cholesterol (VLDL) | mg/dL | <30 | <30 |
| Triglycerides (TG) | mg/dL | <150 | <150 |
| Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) | % | 4–6 | 4–6 |
| Fasting Insulin (Ins) | μIU/mL | 1–15 | 1–15 |
| Fasting Insulin—Optimum | μIU/mL | 2–6 | 2–6 |
| High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) | mg/L | <3 | <3 |
How It Works
- Order your kit — delivered to your door
- Collect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick blood spot taken while fasting; no clinic or GP visit needed
- Post your sample to our CLIA-certified laboratory using the instructions provided
- Receive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample
What You Get With Your Results
Your personalised report includes:
- All six markers displayed clearly in graphics and numbers
- A written interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor
- Guidance on what your results mean and what to do next
Who Is This Test For?
This test is ideal for men who want to:
- Assess their cardiovascular and metabolic health in a single comprehensive test
- Detect insulin resistance or pre-diabetes before blood sugar becomes elevated
- Understand how low testosterone, andropause, or TRT may be affecting their metabolic risk
- Monitor the impact of diet, exercise, or medication on cardiometabolic markers
- Take a proactive approach to heart health and longevity
Key Information
- Must be collected fasting — no food or drink other than water before sample collection
- Collect your sample from home and post to our lab — no clinic visit required
- Results delivered by email within 3–5 working days
- Laboratory fee included — no hidden costs or additional charges
- Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase
- Analysed by ZRT Laboratory — CLIA certified, with over 11 million tests performed
- Customers are responsible for posting their sample to the laboratory
