Lipid Profile, Basic

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Lipid Profile Test is a group of tests that measure the lipids (fats) and cholesterol in the blood. It is used to assess heart health and as a cardiac disease risk marker. These also form a part of a comprehensive metabolic panel and are used in general health check-up packages.

Purpose Of Lipid Profile, Basic

• As a part of regular check-up (comprehensive metabolic panel).

• To assess heart health.

• To determine the risk of heart disease in people with coexisting illness and family history.

• To monitor therapy with statins.

Purpose Of Lipid Profile, Basic

• People with signs of heart disease like pain in the chest, shortness of breath, sweating, and feeling of tightness in the chest.

• People who have an unhealthy lifestyle like no exercise, poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, smoking, alcohol intake and obesity.

• Patients with a coexisting illness like high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid problems

• Fit and healthy people as a pre-requisite for job or insurance.

• Patients with heart disease on statin therapy.

• Person with a family history of heart disease.

Preparations and Precautions

• Fasting for 10-12 hours prior to this test is essential.

• Stop blood thinners, other hormonal medication, and all unprescribed supplements.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption for at least 48 hours prior to the test.

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