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CHOLESTEROL, TOTAL Test in Chennai

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    No special preparation required.

  • Parameters covered

    1
  • Report Frequency

    Daily

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Overview

Cholesterol test identifies if you are at risk of developing heart disease or stroke. As high cholesterol usually causes no signs or symptoms, it is recommended that cholesterol screening is done at regular intervals. This test also checks the effectiveness of lipid lowering treatment. More frequent screening is required if you have a family history of high cholesterol or heart attacks; overweight; physically inactive; diabetic; eat unhealthy diet; smoke.

Parameters

  • 1. Cholesterol, Total

Cholesterol Test in Chennai

The cholesterol test, also referred to as a lipid profile test, determines the body's lipid, or fat, levels. This involves determining the levels of various lipids such as triglycerides and detrimental (LDL) and helpful (HDL) cholesterol.

What is Cholesterol Test in Chennai?

  • Triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels in the blood are all measured by the total cholesterol test.

  • These materials, which are often referred to as lipids, are required for energy production and are stored in tissues.

  • One's lipid levels can be impacted by a variety of circumstances, including age, drug usage, unhealthy lifestyle choices, and eating disorders.

  • These changes can be detected with a total cholesterol test.

  • Seeking reasonably priced cholesterol testing in Chennai? You might think about making an appointment with Dr. LalPathlabs.

  • Obtaining sample material for cholesterol tests at home is made easier by them.

When is the Total Cholesterol Test Prescribed?

  • Adults should get a total cholesterol test, which can be done on-site or at home, as part of their yearly medical examination.

  • The test determines whether a person's cholesterol is normal, borderline, or high.

  • Examined elements include triglycerides, HDL, VLDL, LDL, and HDL ratio.

  • If addressed, elevated triglyceride and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels can lead to major health problems like heart attacks, strokes, and coronary heart disease.

  • It is also advised to use the test to identify risk factors for high-risk cardiac disease, assess the effectiveness of treatment, diagnose ailments such as liver disease, and explain unusual historical results.

 

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