LIPID Standard Panel - Quest lab draw
Measures your cholesterol and triglycerides levels to help assess your risk for heart attack, heart disease and other diseases of the blood vessels. A sample of your blood is collected to measure total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL, cholesterol/HDL ratio and non-HDL.
Measures your cholesterol and triglycerides levels to help assess your risk for heart attack, heart disease and other diseases of the blood vessels. A sample of your blood is collected to measure total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL, cholesterol/HDL ratio and non-HDL.
Measures your cholesterol and triglycerides levels to help assess your risk for heart attack, heart disease and other diseases of the blood vessels. A sample of your blood is collected to measure total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL, cholesterol/HDL ratio and non-HDL.
Markers Measured:
Total Cholesterol: Measures the total amount of cholesterol found in your blood. This is the combination of low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or 'bad') cholesterol and high-density lipoprotein (HDL, or 'good') cholesterol. Too much cholesterol in your blood may damage arteries and blood vessels, which may increase the risk for a stroke, heart attack, and heart disease.
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) (calculated): Often called 'bad' cholesterol, LDL transports cholesterol throughout your body to the cells that need it. Too much LDL can make cholesterol build up in your arteries, making them narrow and stiff, or blocking them, which makes it more difficult for blood to flow.
High-density lipoprotein (HDL): Often often called 'good' cholesterol, HDL picks up extra cholesterol that is circulating in the blood, using apolipoprotein A and takes it back to your liver so it can be removed from your body.
Triglycerides: Fats that are formed from foods such as oils, dairy and red meat. These fats get converted into triglycerides and are stored away in fat cells to be used when needed. High levels of triglycerides can lead to hardening and thickening of the arteries.
Cholesterol/HDL ratio (calculated): The ratio of HDL to your total cholesterol. A higher ratio means that you don't have enough HDL for the amount of LDL and that can lead to cardiovascular disease.
Non-HDL cholesterol (calculated): Measures the combined amount of cholesterol in the blood that is not HDL cholesterol. High levels of non-HDL cholesterol may increase the risk of atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries).
WHY TEST?
Cholesterol is a waxy, fatty substance found in everyone's blood and is needed to make cell membranes, some hormones and Vitamin D. Cholesterol comes from some animal-based foods, such as eggs, meat and dairy. It is also produced by the liver. Too much cholesterol in the blood can clog blood vessels, reducing the flow of blood to the heart, brain and other organs. This can increase your rise of heart disease, stroke and other serious health conditions.
High cholesterol usually has no symptoms and some people can have high levels for years without knowing. If the results show you have higher than normal levels of cholesterol, you and your healthcare provider should work together to determine next steps such as managing your cholesterol through diet, exercise or medication.
Regular testing can help you maintain heart health.
TEST PREP:
Fasting (not eating or drinking anything except water) for 8-12 hours is recommended. If you are not able to fast before the test, certain levels may be elevated. If you are taking medications, check with your healthcare provider to see whether you should take them before the test.