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Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio

Labcorp

Broadest draw-site network nationwide.

Sample type: Serum
Avg. sample processing time: 2 Business days
Require fasting: No

BiomarkersLabcorp biomarkers

Total Cholesterol The combined measure of all cholesterol in your blood — HDL, LDL, and other lipoproteins together. A foundational marker of cardiovascular risk.
Triglycerides A type of fat in your blood used for energy storage. Elevated levels are linked to increased cardiovascular risk and often reflect diet, weight, or metabolic health.
Cholesterol, Very Low Density Lipoprotein
HDL Cholesterol The 'good' cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from your bloodstream. Higher levels are generally linked to lower cardiovascular risk.
LDL Cholesterol (by calculation) The 'bad' cholesterol that can build up in artery walls. A core marker used to assess cardiovascular disease risk.
Total Cholesterol / HDL Ratio Compares your total cholesterol to your HDL ('good') cholesterol, offering a quick snapshot of cardiovascular risk balance.

$8.99

Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

This test is coming soon at Quest Diagnostics.

Description

The Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, including total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. It is used to assess cardiovascular risk and guide management of lipid disorders.

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

Total Cholesterol The combined measure of all cholesterol in your blood — HDL, LDL, and other lipoproteins together. A foundational marker of cardiovascular risk.
Triglycerides A type of fat in your blood used for energy storage. Elevated levels are linked to increased cardiovascular risk and often reflect diet, weight, or metabolic health.
Cholesterol, Very Low Density Lipoprotein
HDL Cholesterol The 'good' cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol from your bloodstream. Higher levels are generally linked to lower cardiovascular risk.
LDL Cholesterol (by calculation) The 'bad' cholesterol that can build up in artery walls. A core marker used to assess cardiovascular disease risk.
Total Cholesterol / HDL Ratio Compares your total cholesterol to your HDL ('good') cholesterol, offering a quick snapshot of cardiovascular risk balance.

Preparation

Labcorp

Eat a stable diet for two to three weeks before your blood draw.
Fasting for 12 to 14 hours before collection is recommended but not required.
Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.

Quest Diagnostics

This test is coming soon at Quest Diagnostics.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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