Why is the lipid profile test important?
A lipid panel is a test that measures the amount of certain fat molecules called lipids in your blood.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
The normal range for cholesterol is up to 200 mg/dL. The normal range for triglycerides is less than 150 mg/dL. The normal range for HDL cholesterol is between 40 - 60 mg/dL (the higher the value, the better) The normal range for LDL cholesterol is less than 100 mg/dL
No, fasting is not required until your doctor has specifically asked you to do so
No, fasting is not nesscary until your doctor has specifically asked you to do so
The doctor only asks you to repeat the test every few months if the tests are boderline or very high. Then they must be checked routinely to ensure that organs are working fine.
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