Lipid Panel
Measures total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk. Best drawn after a 9–12 hour fast.
What it measures
Inside the Lipid Panel
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Total cholesterol
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LDL ("bad") cholesterol
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HDL ("good") cholesterol
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Triglycerides
Who it's for
Who should consider this
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Adults assessing heart-disease risk
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Patients monitoring diet, medication, or lifestyle changes
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Anyone with a family history of high cholesterol
Good to know
Before you test
This is general clinical context — not medical advice. Your physician determines whether Lipid Panel is appropriate and interprets your results.
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Best drawn after a 9–12 hour fast for accurate triglycerides
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Often paired with hs-CRP for a fuller cardiovascular picture
Related labs
More from the Heart & Inflammation category
Not sure if this panel is right for you?
A licensed Allora physician will review your goals, history, and symptoms before recommending any lab work.