The Wellion LIPID pro test system measures 5 values in less than 2 minutes: Total cholesterol (TC), HDL, LDL, triglycerides and the TC/HDL ratio. The portable (no cable) and reliable system enables the simple determination of lipid concentrations in capillary and venous whole blood, plasma and serum. All components can be stored at room temperature.
When and why is a lipid measurement useful?
An unbalanced lipid profile can significantly increase the risk of secondary diseases. Lipometabolic disorders are a problem because they do not cause any symptoms for a long time. However, they can be recognised at an early stage with a blood test. Blood lipid levels are also determined if lipometabolic disorders are suspected and to monitor the success of lipid-lowering therapy (e.g. diet or medication).
Lipid monitoring can be useful for the following symptoms and risk factors for cardiovascular disease, among others:
- A family history of heart disease or stroke
- Diabetes or insulin resistance
- High blood pressure
- Overweight or obesity
- Lack of physical activity
- Cigarette consumption
- High cholesterol levels in previous tests
Current scientific findings show that lipid measurements can be carried out regardless of the fasting state. For people with diabetes and older patients in particular, "fasting" can be a burden. For patients and healthcare professionals, lipid measurement in the postprandial (non-fasting) state is a great relief and facilitates outpatient customer care.
How easy it is to measure with the Wellion LIPID pro test system (Click on the picture to open the youtube video)
Wellion LIPID pro quick guide (Click on the guide picture to enlarge it)
Measurement result to take away
The measured values can be easily printed out with the optional Wellion LIPID printer and taken away.