Cholesterol blood test in Telford
Check your cholesterol levels from a small finger prick sample, done in the pharmacy with no GP referral needed. You get your result the same visit, and the team will talk you through what it means before you leave.
What is a cholesterol test
Blood testing at Hollinswood
A cholesterol test measures the fats in your blood, including total cholesterol and, depending on the test, your HDL (often called good cholesterol) and LDL. Together these give a picture of your heart and circulatory health, which is one of the things worth keeping an eye on as part of looking after yourself.
Who is the test for?
It may be worth considering if you have a family history of high cholesterol or heart problems, want a general health check, or have been advised to keep an eye on your levels. It is also a simple way to check in between GP appointments if you are already managing your cholesterol. It is not a replacement for care from your GP, and any concerns about your results are best discussed with them.
How it works
- Pop in or book ahead by phone.
- We take a small sample from your fingertip. It takes a couple of minutes.
- You get your result and a chat with the team about what it shows and any sensible next steps.
Before your test...
Some cholesterol tests ask you to fast beforehand and others do not, depending on what is being measured. Give us a call and we will let you know whether you need to prepare and how. Give us a call and we will let you know exactly how to prepare.
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