Lipid (Cholesterol) Panel with Ratios (7 Tests)

Total cholesterol numbers are part of a risk assessment for heart disease. Too much cholesterol in the blood can damage arteries and blood vessels and elevate risk for stroke, heart attack, and heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance produced by the liver to help thousands of bodily functions, such as building cells, promoting hormone and brain function, and synthesizing Vitamin D. Our Lipid Panel includes the following tests:

• Total Cholesterol: Measures the overall amount of cholesterol in the blood, including both HDL and LDL cholesterol.
• HDL Cholesterol (High-Density Lipoprotein): Assesses the level of "good" cholesterol, which helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.
• Triglycerides: Measures the level of triglycerides, a type of fat found in the blood that can increase the risk of heart disease.
• LDL-Cholesterol (Low-Density Lipoprotein): Determines the level of "bad" cholesterol, which can contribute to plaque buildup in arteries and increase the risk of heart disease.
• Cholesterol/HDL Ratio: Calculates the ratio of total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol, providing insights into cardiovascular risk.
• LDL/HDL Ratio: Calculates the ratio of LDL cholesterol to HDL cholesterol, offering further information about cardiovascular risk.
• Non-HDL Cholesterol: Represents the total cholesterol minus the HDL cholesterol, providing additional information about cardiovascular risk.