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Total blood cholesterol is a collective term involving estimation of LDL, HDL and VLDL. Test results give a preliminary assessment of the individuals risk for heart disease, which guides further specific testing to reach a definitive diagnosis.
Your doctor may advice this test if you have
Numbness.
Slurred speech.
Extreme fatigue.
Chest pain or angina.
Shortness of breath.
Numbness or coldness in extremities.
High blood pressure.
Cholesterol is a vital chemical present in the body and performs many functions such as coating the cells of the body-forming the cell membrane, producing certain components called bile acids which aid in digestion of fats.
Additionally, it performs an imperative role in production of certain vital nutrients like vitamin D and sex hormones like estrogen, progesterone and testosterone (steroid hormones). Elevated levels of cholesterol indicate a risk for heart disease, atherosclerosis and stroke and hence estimating blood cholesterol levels is one of the most fundamental and critical test in routine screening and health check-up.
Sample: 2 mL of Serum
Methodology: CHOD-POD