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What are the tests for measuring cholesterol?

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What are the tests for measuring cholesterol?

The doctor will ask you to perform a simple blood test known as lipid profile to measure cholesterol.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What are the most important blood tests?

Lipid profile, Kidney profile, Liver profile and Blood glucose levels.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What are the names of some common blood tests?

Lipid profile, Kidney profile, Liver profile etc

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Which blood tests need to be fasting?

A lipid profile test and fasting blood glucose need minimum 10 hours of fasting howver, check with your doctor if you are only checking lipid profile for certain parameters then you might not need fasting.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the purpose of a lipid profile test?

The purpose of the lipid profile test is to measure and assess if a person has any chances of heart disease. Additionally, as a routine test to determine if your cholesterol level is normal or falls into a borderline, intermediate or high-risk levels.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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If my lipid profile is normal, does it mean my heart is okay?

Yes, if your lipid profile is normal then the heart is functioning well

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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