LDL Cholesterol Test
This test measures the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), one type of cholesterol, in your blood.
This test measures the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), one type of cholesterol, in your blood.
- This test may be done as part of your regular checkup to assess your risk for heart disease or to monitor a chronic condition.
- This test does not give a breakdown of the different types of cholesterol, so it has limited value.
- Of all of the types of cholesterol, the LDL cholesterol is considered the most useful. Therefore, treatment decisions are frequently based on the LDL level.
- A breakdown of the different types of cholesterol, as well as a triglyceride level, is given in a lipid panel.
In an adult, the blood sample is usually taken by placing a needle in a vein in the arm or by pricking a finger.
- You will need to fast for nine to twelve hours before the test.
- Ask your healthcare provider if you need to stop taking any medicines before the test.
- Do not stop taking any medicine unless your healthcare provider tells you to.
This care path's costs do not include the charge to draw blood from a vein (venipuncture). There will only be one charge to draw blood, even if multiple tests are being performed on the samples that are taken.
What should I ask my healthcare provider before having this test?
- Is there any special preparation for the test? (If so, get clear instructions on what you need to do.)
- What is the reason for the test? Will the test results change my treatment plan? If not, do I need the test?
Source UHC.com
Also known as:
LDL Cholesterol TestLaboratory WorkLow-Density LipoproteinCholesterol MonitoringLDLFatsCholesterolCholesterol TestCholesterol Screening
This test measures the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), one type of cholesterol, in your blood.
- This test may be done as part of your regular checkup to assess your risk for heart disease or to monitor a chronic condition.
- This test does not give a breakdown of the different types of cholesterol, so it has limited value.
- Of all of the types of cholesterol, the LDL cholesterol is considered the most useful. Therefore, treatment decisions are frequently based on the LDL level.
- A breakdown of the different types of cholesterol, as well as a triglyceride level, is given in a lipid panel.
In an adult, the blood sample is usually taken by placing a needle in a vein in the arm or by pricking a finger.
- You will need to fast for nine to twelve hours before the test.
- Ask your healthcare provider if you need to stop taking any medicines before the test.
- Do not stop taking any medicine unless your healthcare provider tells you to.
This care path's costs do not include the charge to draw blood from a vein (venipuncture). There will only be one charge to draw blood, even if multiple tests are being performed on the samples that are taken.
What should I ask my healthcare provider before having this test?
- Is there any special preparation for the test? (If so, get clear instructions on what you need to do.)
- What is the reason for the test? Will the test results change my treatment plan? If not, do I need the test?
Source UHC.com
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