Finding the lipid profile price in Pakistan can be confusing because the same blood test is listed at very different rates by different laboratories. This comparison brings the main laboratories together in one place, using the prices as listed in November 2026, so you can see the spread before you book. Prices may vary by branch or city, so it is always worth confirming the current rate with the laboratory you choose.
Note on the Chughtai rate: the official Chughtai Lab rate used in the table below is PKR 2,700, checked on chughtailab.com/tests. The Chughtai list page on this site showed PKR 2,400 at the time of checking, so the official rate is used here and the difference is flagged.
Lipid Profile Price Comparison
| Lab | Price (PKR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dow Lab (Dow Diagnostic Reference and Research Laboratory) | PKR 1,000 | As listed on the Dow Lab list page on this site. |
| Khan Lab and Diagnostic Centre | PKR 1,200 | As listed on the Khan Lab list page on this site. |
| Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory | PKR 1,500 | As listed on the Ibn-E-Sina list page on this site. |
| Alnoor Diagnostic Centre | PKR 2,200 | As listed on the Alnoor list page on this site. |
| Dr. Essa Laboratory and Diagnostic Centre | PKR 2,220 | As listed on the Dr. Essa list page on this site. |
| Chughtai Lab | PKR 2,700 | Official Chughtai Lab rate from chughtailab.com/tests; the Chughtai list page on this site showed PKR 2,400. |
| Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC) | PKR 2,700 | As listed on the IDC list page on this site. |
| Aga Khan University Hospital Laboratory | Price not publicly listed – confirm with the hospital | No individual price is shown here because no publicly listed individual price was used for this comparison. |
Price Summary
Using only the priced rows in the table above, lipid profile prices range from PKR 1,000 at Dow Lab to PKR 2,700 at Chughtai Lab and at Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC), a difference of PKR 1,700. The middle priced laboratory in this list is Alnoor Diagnostic Centre at PKR 2,200. Aga Khan University Hospital Laboratory is not included in this range because its price is not publicly listed in the table. The spread shows why it is worth checking more than one laboratory, while also remembering that price alone does not tell you about branch location, sample collection, or report access.
What a Lipid Profile Measures
A lipid profile is a blood test that measures fats in the blood, often called lipids. It usually reports four main components in plain words: total cholesterol, which is the overall amount of cholesterol in the blood; HDL cholesterol, often described as the good cholesterol because higher levels are generally linked with a healthier balance; LDL cholesterol, often described as the bad cholesterol because higher levels are generally linked with a higher heart risk; and triglycerides, another type of fat in the blood that can rise with diet, weight, diabetes, and alcohol intake. Some laboratories also report VLDL, a related carrier of triglycerides, but the four components above are the core of the comparison in this post.
When Doctors Order a Lipid Profile
Doctors commonly order a lipid profile as part of a routine health check, when assessing heart risk, when someone has a family history of heart disease or high cholesterol, when monitoring cholesterol treatment, or when conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or excess weight are present. It is also used to follow changes over time after diet, exercise, or medication changes. The decision to order the test, how often to repeat it, and what the result means for treatment is always for the doctor to make in the context of the person’s full health picture.
Preparation: General Information Only
The usual guidance is fasting 9–12 hours before a lipid profile, stated here as general information only. That means, in general, no food during that window, while water is usually allowed, but you should follow your doctor’s and your laboratory’s instructions, because they may differ. Some laboratories offer a non-fasting version, and some doctors accept a non-fasting result for screening, so do not assume every laboratory requires fasting. Tell the laboratory about medicines you take, and avoid heavy or fatty meals and alcohol before the test if your doctor or laboratory advises it. This section is general information only and is not a substitute for the instructions given with your own test request.
General Reference Ranges
The ranges below are general reference values only. Laboratories can use different methods and reference intervals, and the right interpretation depends on age, health conditions, medicines, and other risk factors, so your doctor should interpret your own result. In general, desirable values often cited are: total cholesterol below 200 mg/dL; HDL cholesterol above 40 mg/dL for men and above 50 mg/dL for women; LDL cholesterol below 100 mg/dL for most people aiming for a lower risk profile, with lower targets sometimes set for people at higher risk; and triglycerides below 150 mg/dL. These are general guides, not personal targets, and they do not by themselves diagnose or rule out heart disease.
Reports
After the blood sample is taken, the report usually lists each component separately, with the laboratory’s own reference range printed beside it, so you can see which values sit inside or outside that laboratory’s range. Reports are generally collected online or from the branch, depending on the laboratory. For example, you can check the Chughtai Lab online reports page and the Dr. Essa Lab online reports page on this site for how those laboratories present report access. This post does not state a per-laboratory report time, because turnaround can vary; confirm the expected timing with the laboratory at booking and keep your receipt or patient number for collecting the report.
How to Choose a Lab
Choosing a laboratory is a balance, not a single-factor decision, and this post does not declare any laboratory the best. Compare the price in the table with practical points: how near the branch or home sample collection is to you, whether the fasting instruction fits your schedule, how you will receive the report, and whether the branch confirms the price before sampling. If you have an existing doctor, ask whether they prefer a particular laboratory for consistency when results are compared over time. A lower price can be a sensible choice, and so can a nearer branch or a familiar report format; the right choice depends on your own circumstances.
Related Comparisons
If you are comparing other common blood tests, see the LFT test price comparison and the HbA1c test price comparison on this site. Those posts follow the same pattern: one table, prices from each laboratory’s own list page on this site, and a neutral summary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a lipid profile?
A lipid profile usually includes total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. Some laboratories also report VLDL, which is related to triglycerides.
Do I need to fast before a lipid profile?
The usual guidance is fasting 9–12 hours before a lipid profile, as general information. Always follow your doctor’s and your laboratory’s instructions, because some laboratories offer a non-fasting option and requirements can differ.
Why do lipid profile prices differ so much between laboratories?
In the table above, priced laboratories range from PKR 1,000 to PKR 2,700. Prices can reflect different branches, cities, collection arrangements, and laboratory costs, and they may change, so confirm the current rate before booking.
What do high LDL or high triglycerides mean?
In general, higher LDL cholesterol and higher triglycerides are linked with higher heart risk, while lower HDL cholesterol is linked with a less favourable cholesterol balance. Only your doctor can interpret your result in context, because reference ranges vary by laboratory and personal risk differs.
Is Aga Khan’s lipid profile price included in the range?
No. Aga Khan University Hospital Laboratory is listed with the note Price not publicly listed, confirm with the hospital, and it is not included in the PKR 1,000 to PKR 2,700 range, which uses only the priced rows in the table.
All Lab Tests is an independent price comparison resource and is not affiliated with any of the laboratories listed above. Prices in this post are as listed in November 2026 and may vary by branch or city. This post is for general information only and is not medical advice; for test selection, preparation, and interpretation of results, speak to your doctor.
