DNA Cardiovascular Health Risk Test
CA$669.62
Family history is important when assessing your risk of cardiovascular disease, because genes can influence your risk of a heart attack. Find out if you are at risk with the DNA Cardiovascular Health Test.
- Includes genetic variants linked to lipid levels such as cholesterol and triglycerides
- Understand your risk and make changes to protect your heart health
Collection method: Buccal swab
Gene(s) Tested*
Effect
*ANGPTL4, APOA5, FADS1, GALNT2, HNF4A, LIPG, MMAB
Reduced “good” HDL-cholesterol
*CETP, LCAT, LIPC, LPL
Elevated “good” HDL-cholesterol
*APOB, FADS1, LDLR, NCAN, PCSK9, SORT1, SUGP1
Reduced “bad” LDL-cholesterol
*HMGCR, HNF1A, TRIB1
Elevated “bad” LDL-cholesterol
*LPA
Elevated lipoprotein(a)
*CRP, GCKR
Elevated C-reactive protein (CRP)
*APOA5, FADS1, GALNT2, GCKR, NOS3, TRIB1
Elevated triglycerides
*ANGPTL3, LPL, MLXIPL, NCAN
Reduced triglycerides
*9p21
Decreased control of cell proliferation