Description
A Lipid Profile is essential for understanding your cardiovascular risk, measuring the full range of fats in your blood that influence your chances of heart disease and stroke.
About the Lipid Profile (Cholesterol) Test
This panel measures total cholesterol, LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, HDL (“good”) cholesterol and triglycerides. Together these reveal how the fats in your blood may be contributing to the build-up of plaque in your arteries. High LDL and triglycerides raise cardiovascular risk, while higher HDL is protective. Because raised cholesterol causes no symptoms, this test is one of the most important preventive screens available.
Preparation and turnaround
A fast of nine to twelve hours is often recommended for accurate triglyceride measurement, so a morning appointment is ideal; water is permitted and our team will confirm when you book. A quick venous sample is taken and results are usually available within one working day. Your doctor can advise on lifestyle or treatment based on your overall risk.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to fast for a lipid profile?
Fasting for nine to twelve hours is often advised for the most accurate triglyceride reading. We will confirm the preparation required when you book.
What do LDL and HDL mean?
LDL is often called “bad” cholesterol because it contributes to arterial plaque, while HDL is “good” cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from the blood.
How often should cholesterol be checked?
Many adults are screened every one to two years, or more often if they have risk factors such as family history, high blood pressure or diabetes.
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