Measure Cholesterol Yourself – It’s This Easy at Home

Cholesterol is among the most important health parameters you should monitor regularly—especially when risk factors such as high blood pressure, excess weight, or family history are present. That may sound laborious, but it’s actually very simple, because with The Tester’s test kits you can measure your cholesterol yourself, easily from home, without a lab and without waiting times.

Why should you measure cholesterol yourself?

Elevated cholesterol usually does not cause directly noticeable symptoms—yet it is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease and can, in the long run, have strong effects on your overall health. Regularly measuring cholesterol is therefore essential to take countermeasures early and, in serious cases, to consult medical help in time.

A self-test from The Tester offers you:

• Personal responsibility for your health
• Quick reassurance in just a few minutes
• Discretion and comfort, since no doctor’s appointment is initially necessary
• Regular monitoring conveniently from home

Especially in cases of genetic predisposition, an unhealthy lifestyle, or pre-existing conditions, regular monitoring of your values is recommended.

How The Tester’s cholesterol self-test kit works

With The Tester’s cholesterol self-test, you can carry out the entire process independently and safely at home, without sending anything to a lab—yet still accurately and reliably.

In addition to complete test kits with lancing device, test strips and instructions, we also offer the practical FORA measuring device for regular cholesterol checks, as well as refill packs of test strips, so you can easily check your values.

How the self-test proceeds:

1. Disinfect your fingertip and use the lancing device to obtain a small drop of blood.
2. Apply the blood directly to the test strip.
3. After a few minutes, the result appears directly on the strip.

The difference between self-tests vs. blood tests at the doctor’s

Compared with the classic blood test at the doctor’s, the at-home cholesterol self-test offers many advantages, especially regarding speed, comfort, and cost control. Below are the benefits of both types of tests:

Self-test at home:

• Performed comfortably and discreetly at home, without an appointment
• Result visible within minutes
• Transparent and inexpensive
• Ideal for a quick check in between, e.g., for regular self-monitoring

Blood test at the doctor’s:

• Performed in a practice by medical professionals
• Result usually available via a lab only after 1–3 days
• Costs depend on medical billing and insurance
• Ideal for comprehensive medical blood testing or further diagnostics

The self-test does not replace a medical diagnosis, but it is excellent for regular self-monitoring when needed, e.g., to track nutrition, new exercise habits, or the effect of medications.

Frequently asked questions about the cholesterol self-test

How can I measure my cholesterol myself?
With The Tester’s test kit or measuring device, use the lancing device to obtain a small drop of blood, apply it to the test strip, and read the result directly within a few minutes.

How reliable are at-home cholesterol self-tests?
The Tester’s tests are CE-certified and, when used correctly, offer high accuracy for self-monitoring. For medical diagnoses, however, abnormal results should additionally be checked by a doctor.

How much does a cholesterol self-test cost at The Tester?
Our tests are available from just a few euros. Exact prices can be found on the respective product pages.

When should I check my cholesterol?
If you have risk factors such as lack of exercise, overweight, unbalanced diet, family predisposition, or are aged 35+, regular checks of your cholesterol are recommended to prevent health damage as much as possible.

Which values are considered normal in a cholesterol test?

The following are considered healthy reference values:

• Total cholesterol: under 200 mg/dl
• LDL (“bad” cholesterol): under 100 mg/dl
• HDL (“good” cholesterol): over 40 mg/dl (men), over 50 mg/dl (women)

If your values deviate, you should consult a female or male physician.