I’m 35 and have a strong family history of heart disease. Is a longevity programme with biomarker testing safe for me?
The question, asked by a woman aged 30 to 44
I’m worried about my heart health and want to know whether biomarker testing could identify risks early or uncover something serious I should act on.
A family history suggests that the risk of heart disease is increased. However, the future cannot be determined by it. Genetics can play a role, but ultimately it is your lifestyle that will determine whether or not you will develop it. The early knowledge of this risk provides the best opportunity to stay ahead of it. Here are some things that can make your risk higher even if you are feeling perfectly healthy:
Inherited markers of cholesterol, like high lipoprotein levels or familial hypercholesterolaemia. This is exactly what conventional tests tend to overlook.
Presence of any inflammatory process in the blood vessels that can lead to an increased formation of plaque.
Insulin resistance that often precedes diabetes and leads to blood vessel damage and hypertension.
Poor sleep, stress, smoking, and lack of exercise.
The biomarker test is completely safe. It is a blood test and one of the wisest choices that you can make. This way, you can detect any risks even before the appearance of any symptoms, and if anything serious is detected, you can act early.
Suggested Tests
- lipid profile, including LDL, HDL, triglycerides and ApoB
- Lipoprotein(a)
- hs-CRP
- HbA1c,fasting insulin
- Homocysteine
- Serum uric acid
- TSH
- Kidney function and urine albumin to creatinine ratio
- ECG and echocardiogram
- Home or 24-hour blood pressure monitoring
- CT coronary calcium score, at a cardiologist's discretion
- Genetic testing for familial hypercholesterolaemia
How Clinic Living Plus Can Help
How CLP can help
At CLP, our longevity programme helps you understand if your heart is at risk and act before it becomes a problem.
An advanced heart test with ApoB, lipoprotein(a), fasting insulin, and more that goes beyond the standard cholesterol test.
If your test shows higher risk, we coordinate with a cardiologist for further tests.
A nutrition plan supports a healthy heart to lower cholesterol and inflammation naturally.
Cardio and strength training designed by our trainers with fitness level testing to track your progress.
Our team helps manage stress and improve sleep, which are very important for heart health.
Regular tracking with repeated tests so you can see the markers improve over time.
Your family history is not something you should follow too. With early testing and the right plan, you can write a different story.
Lifestyle & Nutrition Tips
- In terms of longevity, little things such as a heart-healthy diet, low in saturated and processed foods, should be taken into consideration.
- Include Cardiovascular exercises as well as strength training exercises as they support healthy ageing.
- Don’t smoke or drink, these influence blood pressure and metabolism.
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