Heart disease risk can build quietly for years. A standard lipid profile is useful, but it does not always show the full picture. MedEx Heart Risk packages combine cholesterol testing with ApoB and, in the higher tiers, Lp(a), homocysteine, ApoA1, fasting glucose and fasting insulin. The goal is to give you a clearer view of cardiovascular and metabolic risk factors so you can discuss the right next steps with a healthcare professional.
MedEx Heart Risk Packages
Heart Essential
A practical first step for people who want a clearer view of cholesterol-related, ApoB particle, inflammation and blood-sugar risk.
- Lipid Profile (Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL, LDL)
- Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
- hs-CRP
- HbA1c
Heart Advanced
Adds Lp(a) and homocysteine for a deeper cardiovascular risk review, including an inherited-risk marker that is not part of a standard cholesterol test.
- Lipid Profile (Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL, LDL)
- Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
- hs-CRP
- HbA1c
- Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]
- Homocysteine
Heart Complete
The broadest option, combining cardiovascular markers with fasting glucose and insulin for a more complete heart-and-metabolic risk picture.
- Lipid Profile (Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL, LDL)
- Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
- hs-CRP
- HbA1c
- Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]
- Homocysteine
- ApoA1
- Fasting Glucose
- Fasting Insulin
What does each blood marker tell you?
Lipid Profile
A standard cholesterol panel covering total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL. It helps show whether your blood-fat pattern may increase cardiovascular risk.
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
ApoB is found on the main cholesterol-carrying particles that can contribute to plaque in artery walls. It can add information beyond LDL cholesterol alone, particularly in people with diabetes, high triglycerides or other cardiometabolic risk factors.
hs-CRP
High-sensitivity C-reactive protein measures very low levels of inflammation. It does not tell you the cause of inflammation, but it can be used with other information to refine cardiovascular risk.
HbA1c
HbA1c shows your average blood glucose over roughly the previous 2 to 3 months. It is commonly used to screen for or monitor prediabetes and diabetes, which are important cardiovascular risk factors.
Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]
Lp(a) is a cholesterol-carrying particle whose level is largely inherited. High Lp(a) can increase long-term risk of heart disease and stroke even when a standard cholesterol result looks acceptable.
Homocysteine
Homocysteine is an amino acid measured in blood. Higher levels can be associated with vitamin B12, B6 or folate problems and may be associated with vascular risk. It is best interpreted in context rather than used as a stand-alone heart-disease screening test.
ApoA1
ApoA1 is the main protein in HDL particles. It can add context to the balance between potentially atherogenic particles and HDL-related lipid transport.
Fasting Glucose
This measures your blood sugar after fasting and helps screen for abnormal glucose regulation, prediabetes and diabetes.
Fasting Insulin
Fasting insulin measures how much insulin is circulating after fasting. When interpreted together with glucose and other clinical information, it can help assess insulin response and possible insulin resistance.
What will I know after the test?
- Your standard cholesterol and triglyceride pattern.
- Whether ApoB suggests a higher number of potentially atherogenic cholesterol-carrying particles.
- Whether Lp(a) suggests an inherited cardiovascular risk factor that a routine lipid panel does not show.
- Whether hs-CRP shows low-grade inflammation that may add to your risk profile.
- Your longer-term blood-sugar picture from HbA1c and, in Heart Complete, fasting glucose and insulin.
- Which results deserve a discussion with a healthcare professional and whether follow-up testing may be appropriate.
Who may consider a heart-risk blood screening?
- Adults who want a preventive heart-health check even if they feel well.
- People with a family history of early heart disease or stroke.
- People with high cholesterol, high triglycerides, diabetes, prediabetes, excess weight or other cardiometabolic risk factors.
- People who smoke or have other lifestyle-related cardiovascular risk factors.
- People whose LDL cholesterol looks acceptable but who want additional information from ApoB or Lp(a).
Do I need to fast?
Heart Complete includes Fasting Glucose and Fasting Insulin, so fasting is expected. Homocysteine may also have preparation requirements. Preparation can vary by laboratory method, medicines and supplements, so confirm the fasting instructions with MedEx before your appointment. Do not stop prescribed medicines unless your healthcare professional tells you to.
Frequently asked questions
Is ApoB the same as LDL cholesterol?
No. LDL-C measures the cholesterol carried inside LDL particles, while ApoB helps estimate the number of atherogenic lipoprotein particles.
Why test Lp(a) if my cholesterol is normal?
Lp(a) is largely inherited and is not included in a standard lipid panel. It can be elevated even when routine cholesterol results do not look unusually high.
Can hs-CRP diagnose heart disease?
No. hs-CRP is an inflammation marker that can help refine risk when interpreted with other health information. It does not diagnose coronary artery disease by itself.
Do I need to fast?
Heart Complete includes fasting glucose and fasting insulin, so fasting is expected. Homocysteine may also have preparation requirements. Confirm instructions with MedEx before your appointment.
Which package should I choose?
Heart Essential is the entry tier, Heart Advanced adds Lp(a) and homocysteine, and Heart Complete adds ApoA1, fasting glucose and fasting insulin for a broader heart-and-metabolic view.
Book your heart-risk screening in Bangkok
Choose the level of screening that fits your needs, then review your results with a healthcare professional so the numbers are interpreted in the context of your age, blood pressure, family history, medicines and overall health.
