What is Advanced cardiovascular blood panel used for?
A focused cardiovascular package with markers that go beyond a standard cholesterol test: lipoprotein(a), which is largely inherited, apolipoprotein B, which reflects the number of cholesterol particles, and hs-CRP for low-grade inflammation. Relevant for people with heart disease in the family, or who want a more detailed picture than total and LDL cholesterol alone.
Parameters in Advanced cardiovascular blood panel (3)
- Lipoprotein(a)
- A largely inherited cholesterol particle linked to cardiovascular risk. Usually measured once.
- Apolipoprotein B
- Reflects the number of cholesterol particles that can contribute to atherosclerosis.
- hs-CRP
- A sensitive measure of low-grade inflammation, used in cardiovascular risk assessment.
Preparation for Advanced cardiovascular blood panel
- Fast for 8–12 hours beforehand; water is allowed.
- No alcohol for 24 hours before the test.
- Avoid hard training the day before.
Preparation follows the laboratory's instructions for this package. Celto
What is a venous blood test?
A venous blood test means the sample is taken from a vein, usually in the crook of the elbow. Trained staff insert a thin needle and collect the blood in small vacuum tubes; the draw itself normally takes only a few minutes. A venous sample gives the laboratory enough material to measure many markers at once with standard, quality-controlled methods.
How much blood is drawn?
A standard adult blood tube typically holds about 4–5 ml, and some tube types up to about 9 ml. The total depends on how many tubes the package needs, but even with several tubes it is a small fraction of the 470 ml taken at a normal blood donation.
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Questions & answers
What is Advanced cardiovascular blood panel used for?
A focused cardiovascular package with markers that go beyond a standard cholesterol test: lipoprotein(a), which is largely inherited, apolipoprotein B, which reflects the number of cholesterol particles, and hs-CRP for low-grade inflammation. Relevant for people with heart disease in the family, or who want a more detailed picture than total and LDL cholesterol alone.
How do I prepare for Advanced cardiovascular blood panel?
Fast for 8–12 hours beforehand; water is allowed. No alcohol for 24 hours before the test. Avoid hard training the day before.
How much blood is taken for Advanced cardiovascular blood panel?
A standard adult blood tube typically holds about 4–5 ml, and some tube types up to about 9 ml. The total depends on how many tubes the package needs, but even with several tubes it is a small fraction of the 470 ml taken at a normal blood donation.
Do I need a referral for Advanced cardiovascular blood panel?
No – in Denmark no referral is needed. The package is only available in Denmark, and there you can order it through NordicTRT without a referral from your own doctor. The sample is taken as a normal venous blood test at a Celto location in Denmark.
Can the results of Advanced cardiovascular blood panel give a diagnosis on their own?
No. Blood values have to be interpreted together with your symptoms, medical history and sometimes repeat measurements. Results outside the reference range should be discussed with a doctor.
What does Lipoprotein(a) show?
A largely inherited cholesterol particle linked to cardiovascular risk. Usually measured once.
What does Apolipoprotein B show?
Reflects the number of cholesterol particles that can contribute to atherosclerosis.
What does hs-CRP show?
A sensitive measure of low-grade inflammation, used in cardiovascular risk assessment.





