Advanced Lipid Panel + ApoB
Beyond standard cholesterol: particle counts and ApoB for true cardiovascular risk stratification.
Blood draw
48 hrs
Physician-reviewed
What this panel measures
- Total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides
- ApoB — a direct count of atherogenic particles, not just the cholesterol inside them
- Non-HDL cholesterol and cholesterol ratios
Why providers order it
- Cardiovascular risk stratification beyond a standard cholesterol test
- Family history of heart disease or stroke
- Monitoring statin therapy or lifestyle interventions
- Metabolic syndrome workups (paired with HbA1c and hs-CRP)
Fasting 9–12 hours gives the cleanest triglyceride reading. Water is fine.
Advanced Lipid Panel + ApoB: frequently asked questions
Why add ApoB to a lipid panel?
ApoB counts the actual number of cholesterol-carrying particles that can lodge in artery walls. Two people with the same LDL can carry very different particle burdens, so ApoB refines risk — which is why it appears in current prevention guidelines.
Do I need to fast for a lipid panel?
Fasting 9–12 hours is preferred for the most accurate triglyceride and calculated LDL values.
How long do lipid results take?
Advanced lipid results are typically reported within 48 hours and physician-reviewed before release.
Often ordered together
High-Sensitivity CRP
Low-grade vascular inflammation marker that refines cardiovascular risk beyond lipids alone.
Homocysteine
Amino-acid metabolite tied to B-vitamin status, vascular health, and methylation efficiency.
Omega-3 Index
Red-blood-cell membrane omega-3 level — a validated marker of long-term nutritional status.
This page is educational and does not replace medical advice. Testing decisions should be reviewed with a licensed provider.