cardiologyHeart & InflammationCardiovascular risk

Lipid Panel

Measures total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk. Best drawn after a 9–12 hour fast.

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What it measures 5 markers

Total Cholesterol: The sum of cholesterol carried in the blood.
LDL Cholesterol: The “bad” cholesterol tied to arterial plaque.
HDL Cholesterol: The “good,” protective cholesterol.
Triglycerides: Blood fats tied to metabolic and heart risk.
Non-HDL Cholesterol: All atherogenic cholesterol combined.

Often read with

hs-CRP: High-sensitivity inflammation marker for cardiovascular risk.

Who it's for

Adults assessing heart-disease risk
Patients monitoring diet, medication, or lifestyle changes
Anyone with a family history of high cholesterol

Before your draw

Best drawn after a 9–12 hour fast for accurate triglycerides
Often paired with hs-CRP for a fuller cardiovascular picture

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Inflammation marker

hs-CRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)

A sensitive marker of low-grade inflammation used to refine cardiovascular risk assessment beyond cholesterol alone.

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