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Lipid Panel (Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides)

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A Lipid Panel measures cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides to evaluate your risk for cardiovascular disease. It helps assess overall heart health and manage lipid levels.

Quick facts

Sample type

Serum or Plasma

Turnaround

2–4 business days

Fasting

No Fasting Required

Doctor’s order included

Licensed physician review and requisition included with every test.

Lipid Panel (Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides)

  • Heart Health
  • General Health & Wellness
  • Diabetes & Blood Sugar
    • Cpt Codes
    • 80061

    what is Lipid Panel (Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides) and why is it important?

    A Lipid Panel measures cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides to evaluate your risk for cardiovascular disease. It helps assess overall heart health and manage lipid levels.

    A Lipid Panel should be considered in several scenarios:

    • If you have established risk factors for cardiovascular disease, including high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, or obesity.
    • As part of a routine health check-up, particularly for adults over the age of 20, with regular testing recommended every 4-6 years for healthy individuals.
    • If you are experiencing symptoms that your healthcare provider suspects may be related to cardiovascular issues or lipid imbalances.
    • To monitor the effectiveness of lifestyle interventions or prescribed medications aimed at managing cholesterol levels.
    • If there is a family history of high cholesterol, early heart disease, heart attacks, or strokes.

    A Lipid Panel offers significant benefits to various individuals:

    • Individuals proactive about understanding and managing their cardiovascular health and risk for heart disease.
    • Those with a family history of high cholesterol, heart attacks, or strokes, as genetic predisposition plays a role.
    • Patients currently managing diagnosed high cholesterol or undergoing treatment for existing cardiovascular conditions, for monitoring efficacy.
    • All adults as a component of routine health check-ups to assess general metabolic and heart health.
    • Individuals with lifestyle factors such as an unhealthy diet, a sedentary lifestyle, or obesity, who may be at increased risk of lipid imbalances.

    A Lipid Panel is commonly used as a diagnostic and monitoring tool for conditions related to lipid metabolism and cardiovascular health. It helps in the assessment and diagnosis of:

    • Dyslipidemia: This is a broad term for abnormal levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, including high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) and high triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia).
    • Atherosclerosis: The buildup of plaque in the arteries, leading to hardening and narrowing of blood vessels, which can result in heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease. The panel helps identify individuals at risk or monitor progression.
    • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): By evaluating lipid levels, especially elevated LDL and low HDL, the test contributes to the assessment of CAD risk.
    • Metabolic Syndrome: Often characterized by a cluster of conditions including high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels, a lipid panel is a key component in its diagnosis.
    • Risk Assessment for Cardiovascular Events: Beyond specific diagnoses, the panel is fundamental in assessing an individual's overall risk for future cardiovascular events like myocardial infarction (heart attack) and cerebrovascular accident (stroke).

    Caution

    It is crucial to understand that while a Lipid Panel provides valuable information, test results should always be interpreted in the context of your complete medical history, current health status, lifestyle, and other relevant factors. Consulting with a qualified healthcare provider is essential for accurate diagnosis, personalized guidance, and appropriate treatment recommendations.

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    How It Works?

    1
    Add Your Test to Cart and Check out

    once Test Order is received, Our physicians will review your request and email you the easy-to-follow requisition form.

    2
    Locate and Visit Your Nearest Laboratory

    Find the closest partner location—most are within 2–3 miles—and drop by for a quick, no‑appointment blood draw.

    3
    Get your Results Online

    Once your sample is processed, we’ll send your report straight to your inbox within 1–3 business days. Just click the link to view your results anytime.

    4
    Book a Optional Consult

    Have Questions about results? Book a phone or video visit with one of our doctors. They’ll walk you through your report, explain any findings, and recommend next steps