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Cholesterol Test

Lipid PANEL

A complete cholesterol test — also called a lipid panel or lipid profile is a blood test that can measure the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood.

Why it's done

Definition

  • Total cholesterol

  • High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol

  • Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol

  • Triglycerides

Fasting?

Yes

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No food or liquids other than water, for 9 to 12 hours before the test.

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