{"product_id":"female-cardiometabolic-test-kit","title":"Female CardioMetabolic Test Kit | Specialist Doctor Report Included","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest ID: B-222\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\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 women — yet it remains widely underdiagnosed because the warning signs in women differ from those in men. Hormonal changes across the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and menopause dramatically alter cholesterol levels, insulin sensitivity, and inflammation, creating a window of rising risk that a standard GP check often misses. 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight gain around the waist, especially after 40\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\u003eIncreased facial or body hair (a sign of insulin resistance or PCOS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrregular periods, PCOS, or fertility concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumbness or tingling in feet or hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy crashes after meals or difficulty losing weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimenopausal or postmenopausal and concerned about changing cardiovascular risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready diagnosed with metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, or cardiovascular disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently taking the contraceptive pill, HRT, or cholesterol-lowering medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Cardiometabolic Health Matters More for Women Than Most Realise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOestrogen plays a protective role in cardiovascular and metabolic health — keeping cholesterol balanced, inflammation low, and arteries flexible. As oestrogen declines during perimenopause and menopause, women often experience a rapid shift in LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, insulin sensitivity, and inflammatory markers. Women with PCOS, a history of gestational diabetes, or those on hormonal contraception also face elevated cardiometabolic risk that is rarely monitored proactively. This test provides the full picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\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 insulin is strongly linked to PCOS, weight gain, and metabolic syndrome in women. 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. Women with PCOS or gestational diabetes history 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. Inflammation often rises during perimenopause and is a strong independent predictor of heart disease in women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Blood fats that rise with poor diet, insulin resistance, and hormonal change. High triglycerides in women are a particularly strong predictor of cardiovascular disease risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Overall cholesterol status; a core cardiovascular screening marker that can shift significantly during perimenopause and menopause.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The “good” cholesterol that protects arteries. Low HDL increases heart disease risk and is commonly seen in women with insulin resistance or PCOS.\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\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\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\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Test For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is ideal for women 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 hormonal changes — from perimenopause, PCOS, or HRT — are 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\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":58617081889149,"sku":"550-F","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\/fr\/products\/female-cardiometabolic-test-kit","provider":"Hormone Lab UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}