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A cholesterol test, also called a lipid panel, checks the levels of different fats in your blood. These fats are important for your body to work properly, but having too much or too little can lead to health problems

The test looks at fats like total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL, and HDL. Each of these plays a specific role in keeping your body healthy and maintaining your energy balance. The main goal of the test is to assess your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular conditions. It helps your doctor determine if you need to make lifestyle changes or start treatment to manage your cholesterol levels.

 

Who Should Get a Cholesterol Test?

 

You can get a cholesterol test anytime, but how often you need it usually depends on your age and health. For people over 65, it’s recommended to check cholesterol levels once a year. If your initial results show high cholesterol, you may need to get tested more often.

 

You should also consider getting your cholesterol checked if:

 

  • You have diabetes.
  • You smoke.
  • You have a family history of heart disease.
  • You are overweight or don’t follow a healthy lifestyle (like not exercising or eating unhealthy foods).

 

What Does Cholesterol Test Measure?

 

A complete cholesterol test evaluates four types of fats in your blood. Here is a breakdown of the importance and risks of each of them.

 

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