At-home health test
Heart Health (Cholesterol) Test
High cholesterol usually causes no symptoms, so a blood test is the only way to know your levels. This kit measures five markers used to assess cardiovascular risk, from a sample you collect at home with the QuickDraw device. Your results are delivered to you directly by Randox. If you would like them explained, you can book an optional follow-up consultation with an IMC-registered Global Health doctor from €45.
At-home health test
- Sample type: Blood — QuickDraw upper-arm collection kit (no finger-pricking)
- Results in: 2–3 working days from arrival at the lab
- Reviewed by: Doctors registered in Ireland
- Delivery: Test kit shipped to your address
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What this test covers
Inside the Heart Health (Cholesterol) Test
- 01Total Cholesterol
- 02HDL Cholesterol
- 03LDL Cholesterol
- 04Total Cholesterol / HDL Cholesterol ratio
- 05Triglycerides
Why get tested
Reasons to take this test
- 01Family history of heart disease, stroke, or high cholesterol
- 02Checking whether a diet or exercise change has moved your numbers
- 03You smoke, drink regularly, or have a less active lifestyle
- 04You have diabetes or are carrying extra weight
- 05Routine cardiovascular risk check
How it works
How it works
- 01
Order your kit
It is posted to your address with everything you need in the box — collection device, instructions and a prepaid return envelope.
- 02
Collect your sample
Place the QuickDraw device on your upper arm and follow the instructions. No finger-pricking, and the collection itself takes a few minutes.
- 03
Activate and post it back
Register your kit online so the laboratory can match your sample to you, then seal the prepaid envelope and drop it at any post box.
- 04
Get your results
Randox delivers them to you digitally once the laboratory has finished. A doctor consultation to talk them through is optional, from €45.
Before you test
What to know before testing
Fast for 8 hours
No food for 8 hours before collecting — water is fine throughout. Eat a light meal before the fast starts and avoid alcohol.
Drink water beforehand
On the morning of collection, drink plenty of water. Being well hydrated improves circulation and makes it easier to collect a clean sample.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to fast before a cholesterol test?
Fasting for around 8 hours before collecting your sample is recommended. Water is fine during the fast.
Is this a finger-prick test?
No. The kit uses a QuickDraw collection device placed on your upper arm, so there is no finger-pricking. Step-by-step instructions are included.
How long do results take?
Randox reports results 2–3 working days after your sample arrives at the laboratory. Activate your kit and post it back the same day you collect the sample.
Is a doctor's review included?
No. The price covers the kit and its laboratory analysis, and your results come to you directly from Randox. A follow-up consultation with an IMC-registered Global Health doctor is booked separately, from €45.
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Order your Heart Health (Cholesterol) Test today
From €57 · per test kit
Medical disclaimer
Test results are reviewed by a doctor registered to practise in Ireland. This page is general information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.