Triglycerides are a type of fat that the body uses to store energy. Some triglycerides are absorbed from the diet, and the liver also makes triglycerides whenever the body has excess energy available.

High-density lipoproteins, or HDL, act to scavenge excess cholesterol from the bloodstream and return it to the liver to be processed and eliminated.

LDL, also known as “bad cholesterol,” serves to carry cholesterol to the body’s tissues. High LDL levels cause excess cholesterol to accumulate in the blood, where it can cause damage.

NOVI Assessment Max provides a comprehensive and easy-to-understand cholesterol test in Singapore, allowing you to gain insights into your heart health and receive expert recommendations for improvement.

Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a type of particle found in the blood, which is made up of both fats and proteins. Lp(a) is particularly likely to stick to the insides of arteries, making them narrower and stiffer.

Apolipoprotein B, or ApoB, is a component of multiple different high-risk lipoproteins, including LDL and VLDL. Measuring ApoB allows you to determine the number of LDL and VLDL particles in your bloodstream, providing a more accurate measurement of your heart disease risk than total LDL cholesterol.

Metabolic health refers to how well the body is able to use, process, and store energy.

A DEXA scan is the most common way to test bone mineral density. DEXA scans are painless and relatively quick to perform.

Levels of sex hormones have a major impact on many different body systems, including the bones, muscles, skin, brain, and cardiovascular system. Blood tests are the most accurate way to measure the levels of these hormones. 

Let’s take a closer look at the crucial role of Vitamin D, its sources, the risks of deficiency, and how to ensure that you are getting enough of this nutrient.

A variety of measurements can be used to understand your level of heart disease risk, including blood pressure, lipoprotein levels, and C-reactive protein levels.

Individuals can benefit from testing to help optimize their lifespan and healthspan. Different people may need different specific tests. A doctor’s prescription is needed for these tests.