{"product_id":"cardio-profiel-uitgebreid","title":"Cardio Profile Extensive","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Cardio Profile Extensive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cardio Profile Extensive is a highly advanced blood test that combines the most modern and accurate markers for an in-depth analysis of cardiovascular health. In addition to classic cholesterol values, advanced risk factors such as Lipoprotein(a), Apolipoprotein B\/A1, and Homocysteine are also measured. This test is specifically developed for individuals with a high-risk profile, a family history of cardiovascular disease at a young age, or for whom a standard cholesterol test provides insufficient information. It offers the most complete and accurate assessment of cardiovascular risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLDL cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"Bad\" cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHDL cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e – \"Good\" cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriglycerides\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fats in the blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sum of all cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLipoprotein(a)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApolipoprotein B\u003c\/strong\u003e – Marker for atherogenic lipoproteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApolipoprotein A1\u003c\/strong\u003e – Main protein of HDL-cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomocysteine\u003c\/strong\u003e – Amino acid that can damage blood vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKidney function values\u003c\/strong\u003e – Creatinine and eGFR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlood sugar markers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Glucose and HbA1c\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy should you do Cardio Profile Extensive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is suitable for individuals with a high cardiovascular risk who desire a very accurate analysis. Lipoprotein(a) is a hereditary risk factor that standard cholesterol tests do not measure, but it significantly increases the risk of heart attack. Apolipoprotein B is a better predictor of cardiovascular risk than LDL-cholesterol alone. The Apo B\/A1 ratio provides a very accurate risk assessment. Homocysteine can damage blood vessels and increases the risk of thrombosis. This test is especially important for young patients with cardiovascular disease, a family history of early heart attacks, normal cholesterol but still cardiovascular problems, or with unexplained high cardiovascular risk. No fasting required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe results provide the most complete picture of cardiovascular risk:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLipoprotein(a)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Hereditary risk factor that cannot be influenced by lifestyle but is treatable with specific medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApolipoprotein B\u003c\/strong\u003e – Measures the number of atherogenic particles regardless of LDL value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApo B\/A1 ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e – Predicts cardiovascular risk very accurately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomocysteine\u003c\/strong\u003e – Damages blood vessels and increases thrombosis risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard lipids\u003c\/strong\u003e – LDL, HDL, triglycerides for complete assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese advanced markers explain why some people with \"normal\" cholesterol still develop heart problems and help facilitate highly targeted treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevated Lipoprotein(a) (above 50 mg\/dL)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Important genetic risk factor that may require specific treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Apolipoprotein B (above 1.2 g\/L)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Many atherogenic particles and increased risk despite possible normal LDL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevated homocysteine (above 15 μmol\/L)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Damages blood vessels and is often treatable with B vitamins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh LDL, low HDL, and high triglycerides\u003c\/strong\u003e – Standard cardiovascular risk factors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination of abnormalities requires aggressive treatment and very strict lifestyle adjustments to prevent cardiovascular events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Lipoprotein(a) (below 30 mg\/dL)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Favorable and lowers risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Apolipoprotein B\u003c\/strong\u003e – Excellent and means few atherogenic particles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Apolipoprotein A1\u003c\/strong\u003e – Favorable as it represents the protective HDL particles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow homocysteine (below 10 μmol\/L)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Optimal for vascular health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese advanced markers help determine who is truly at high risk and needs aggressive treatment, versus who can manage with lifestyle adjustments. The advantage is that this test also explains why some people develop cardiovascular disease despite a healthy lifestyle (genetic factors like Lp(a)), and others with high cholesterol do not.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52451443507546,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/products\/cardio-profiel-uitgebreid","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}