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Apolipoprotein B

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Apolipoprotein B Test

Description
A blood test prescribed in tandem with a lipidic count. It determines the risk of developing coronary diseases, also enabling the detection of any hyperlipidemia causes.
Testing moment
A 12 hour prior fasting is needed.
Low values causes
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Repeated weight losses
  • Cirrhoses
  • Bad eating habits
High values causes
  • Renal disorders
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Diabetes, pregnancy
Notes

Complementary tests : LDL (bad cholesterol)HDL (good cholesterol)apolipoprotein A-I, homocysteine, lipidic count, triglycerides.

How to get tested

Contact us at 514 975-5226 for a blood test at home for the purpose of evaluating your Apolipoprotein B.

Perscription & Insurance

All our tests require a medical prescription recommended by any practicing doctor in the province of Quebec.

These prescriptions are necessary in order to proceed with either test and we urge that all medical requests originating from offices or clinics be duly identified.

All medical analysis requested by your doctor are reimbursed by a majority of private insurance companies!