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Cholesterol tests and reviews

Understand your cholesterol, and what to do next.

High cholesterol has no symptoms, but it matters for your heart. An Australian-registered GP can arrange your blood test, explain the results and keep your treatment up to date.

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  • Same-day appointments
  • eScripts by SMS
  • Referrals and pathology
  • Private and confidential
High cholesterol

What we can help with

  • Cholesterol tests

    A pathology request for a fasting or non-fasting lipid test.

  • Results explained

    What your numbers mean and whether you need treatment.

  • Heart risk check

    Cholesterol, blood pressure, smoking, diabetes and family history, looked at together.

  • Repeat scripts

    Stable on the same medicine for 6 months or more? Renew from $17.99.

  • Side effects

    Muscle aches or other side effects? Your GP can review your options.

  • Lifestyle support

    Practical changes to eating and activity that make a real difference.

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Telehealth, the easy way

Talk to a GP from wherever you are.

Book in two minutes and an Australian-registered GP calls you, usually the same day.

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  • eScripts by SMS
  • Referrals by email
Is telehealth right for you?

When a phone consult works, and when it doesn't

A Teledoc GP can usually help with

  • Cholesterol blood tests
  • Explaining your results
  • Repeat scripts
  • Side effects
  • Heart risk advice

See a doctor in person or call 000 if

  • Chest pain or pressure, or pain spreading to your arm or jaw: call 000
  • Sudden shortness of breath: call 000
  • Weakness or numbness on one side, or slurred speech: call 000
  • Severe muscle pain or weakness, or dark urine, while on cholesterol medicine
  • You need a physical examination
How it works

Three simple steps

  1. Book online

    Choose a time today or later in the week. It takes about two minutes, with no app or account.

    Same-day times

  2. Your GP calls you

    An Australian-registered GP calls at your booked time, by phone or video.

    Phone or video

  3. Get what you need

    eScripts arrive by SMS. Referrals, pathology requests and certificates come by email.

    SMS and email
FAQs

High cholesterol questions

Something else on your mind? Call (07) 3303 0383, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

  • $49GP consultation by phone or video
  • $17.99Repeat script renewal, no appointment
Do I need to fast before a cholesterol test?

Usually not. Your GP will tell you if fasting is needed for your test.

Can I renew my cholesterol medicine online?

Yes. If it's been stable for 6 months or more, renew from $17.99. For a review or new results, book a $49 consult.

How often should cholesterol be checked?

It depends on your age and heart risk. Your GP can advise and send a pathology request when it's due.

Can lifestyle changes lower cholesterol?

Yes, they can help a lot. Some people also need medicine, depending on their overall heart risk.

What is my heart risk?

Your chance of a heart attack or stroke, worked out from several factors together. Your GP can estimate it with you.

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Telehealth is not for emergencies

Call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department for chest pain, trouble breathing, heavy bleeding, signs of stroke or a serious injury. If you are thinking about harming yourself, call Lifeline on 13 11 14, any time.

Skip the waiting room. A GP can call you today.

Book in about two minutes. Pay only when you book.

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