Triglycerides, Serum Test

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Triglycerides test measures the level of a type of fat `triglycerides´ in the blood. Triglycerides are energy stores of the body. Any extra calories consumed that are not used by the body are stored as triglycerides. A triglyceride level test helps you understand your general health status and assess risk of many illness.

Purpose Of Triglycerides, Serum Test

• To diagnose hyperlipidaemia, as a part of lipid profile

• To assess risk of complications like heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, or stroke

• To monitor therapy with statins.

Purpose Of Triglycerides, Serum Test

• People with unhealthy eating habits, obesity, sedentary life style or smokers.

• As a screening test for people with associated illnesses like high blood pressure or diabetes.

• As a routine test for lipid profile.

• To assess the risk of heart attack or stroke in people with family history of heart disease.

• To monitor treatment with statins.

Preparations and Precautions

• Fasting for at least 12 hours prior to the test is required.

• Eat an early, light, non-fatty and nutritious food the previous night.

• Smoking should be avoided 24 hours prior to the test.

• Blood thinners and non-prescribed medication stopped 24-48 hours prior.

Triglycerides, Serum Test price for other cities

• The Triglycerides, Serum Test price varies by city and healthcare provider, starting from ₹200 to ₹270