Lipid Panel

A lipid panel measures cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood. It helps assess your risk of heart disease and stroke by evaluating total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglyceride levels.

What Is Lipid Panel?

A lipid panel measures cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood. It helps assess your risk of heart disease and stroke by evaluating total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglyceride levels.

A simple blood draw is performed. The test measures four key values: total cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides.

Preparation & Requirements

Most lipid panels require fasting for 9-12 hours beforehand. Drink water only during the fasting period.

Cost & Availability

Pricing for Lipid Panel typically ranges from $29 to $79. Costs may vary by location and specific test panel. Thousands of certified labs accept same-day appointments.

Result Turnaround Time

Results are generally available within 1-2 business days.

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