Mascot Healthcare Clinic · Akoka, Lagos

Lipid Profile
Complete Cholesterol
& Cardiac Risk

Total Cholesterol · LDL · HDL · Triglycerides · VLDL

Assess your heart disease risk with our complete lipid panel. Know your "bad" and "good" cholesterol levels, triglycerides, and cardiac risk ratios — essential for preventing heart attacks and strokes.

5+
Lipid Markers
Analysed
24–48h
Result
Turnaround
100%
Confidential
Service
Lipid Profile
Total Cholesterol · LDL
LDL: 98
mg/dL · Optimal (<100)
Near Goal ✓
HDL · Triglycerides · VLDL · Risk Ratio
Cardiac Risk
Cholesterol/HDL Ratio
About Lipid Testing

Know Your Heart Risk

High cholesterol has no symptoms but dramatically increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. Our comprehensive lipid profile measures all key cholesterol fractions and calculates your cardiac risk ratios — giving you a complete picture of your cardiovascular health.

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Complete Lipid Panel
Total Cholesterol, LDL-C ("bad" cholesterol), HDL-C ("good" cholesterol), Triglycerides, VLDL, Non-HDL Cholesterol.
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Cardiac Risk Ratios
Cholesterol/HDL ratio, LDL/HDL ratio, Triglyceride/HDL ratio — stronger predictors of heart attack risk than single numbers.
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ASCVD Risk Assessment
We combine your lipid results with age, blood pressure, and diabetes status to calculate 10-year heart attack/stroke risk.
When to Test

Five Signs You Need Lipid Testing

01
Age 40+ (Men) or 50+ (Women)
Routine screening recommended every 4–6 years for all adults. Earlier if risk factors present.
02
Family History of Heart Disease
If a parent or sibling had early heart attack (men under 55, women under 65), test earlier and more frequently.
03
High Blood Pressure or Diabetes
Both conditions accelerate atherosclerosis. Annual lipid testing is essential for management.
04
Overweight or Sedentary Lifestyle
Obesity and physical inactivity are major contributors to dyslipidemia and metabolic syndrome.
05
On Cholesterol Medication
Monitor treatment response (statins, fibrates) to ensure LDL targets are achieved.
Optimal Lipid Reference Ranges
Total Cholesterol
<200 mg/dL
LDL (Bad)
<100 mg/dL
HDL (Good)
≥40 (M) / ≥50 (F)
Triglycerides
<150 mg/dL
Chol/HDL Ratio
<3.5 (optimal)

⚕️ Targets are stricter for patients with diabetes, known heart disease, or very high risk. We provide personalised goal setting.

Preparation

How to Prepare For Accurate Lipid Results

Proper fasting and preparation are essential for reliable cholesterol measurements.

Fast for 9–12 Hours
Water only. No food, coffee, tea, or juice. Fasting is required for accurate triglycerides and LDL calculation.
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Avoid Alcohol 24 Hours
Alcohol can temporarily raise triglycerides. Also avoid heavy meals and strenuous exercise 12–24 hours before testing.
Why Choose Us

Trusted Lipid Testing in Akoka & Beyond

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Comprehensive Lipid Panel
Total Cholesterol, LDL-C, HDL-C, Triglycerides, VLDL, Non-HDL, and calculated cardiac risk ratios.
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Expert Risk Interpretation
We don't just give numbers. We explain your 10-year ASCVD risk, set LDL goals, and provide lifestyle or medication guidance.
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Treatment Monitoring
Track your response to statins, dietary changes, or exercise programs with sequential testing.
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Strict Confidentiality
Your cardiovascular risk profile is private. Secure records and discreet result delivery.
"I was shocked when my lipid profile showed high LDL and triglycerides — I felt fine. Mascot Healthcare explained my 10-year heart attack risk and helped me start lifestyle changes. Six months later, my numbers are dramatically better."
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A. Oladipo
Patient, Shomolu · 2025
500+
Lipid Profiles
4.9★
Patient Rating
100%
Confidential
Book Your Lipid Profile Test

Know Your Cholesterol Numbers

Walk in or call ahead. Located at 52 Sholanke Street, Off Chemist Junction, Akoka, Lagos.

Monday – Saturday  ·  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM  ·  Closed Sundays & Public Holidays

Fasting required (9–12 hours) • Results within 24–48 hours