Measures cholesterol and other fats in your blood.
Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides.
To assess heart-disease risk.
Fasting for 9–12 hours is usually advised.
A blood sample is drawn from a vein.
| Group | Normal range |
|---|---|
| Hdl | ≥ 40 mg/dL |
| Ldl | ≤ 100 mg/dL |
| Triglycerides | ≤ 150 mg/dL |
| Total Cholesterol | ≤ 200 mg/dL |
Ranges vary slightly between laboratories.
High LDL/triglycerides and low HDL raise cardiovascular risk.
Related conditions: Heart disease, High cholesterol
Related tests: ECG, Blood Sugar