Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of mortality worldwide. A Lipid Profile test is a essential blood panel that measures circulating lipids (fats) in your bloodstream to assess your risk for arterial plaque buildup, heart attack, and stroke.

Understanding Lipid Profile Parameters

Your lipid panel measures four primary cholesterol fractions:

1. Total Cholesterol

The overall sum of all cholesterol sub-types circulating in your blood serum. Desirable levels are below 200 mg/dL.

2. High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL - "Good" Cholesterol)

HDL acts as a scavenger, carrying excess cholesterol away from arterial walls back to the liver for breakdown. Higher HDL levels (above 50 mg/dL for women and 40 mg/dL for men) protect against heart disease.

3. Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL - "Bad" Cholesterol)

LDL transports cholesterol to body tissues. When elevated (above 100-130 mg/dL), LDL deposits excess cholesterol inside arterial walls forming hard plaques (atherosclerosis) that narrow blood vessels.

4. Triglycerides

Triglycerides are fats formed from unburned dietary calories. High triglycerides (above 150 mg/dL) combined with low HDL or high LDL significantly increase metabolic syndrome and heart attack risks.

Fasting Instructions for Lipid Profile Testing

For accurate lipid analysis, strict 10 to 12 hours of overnight fasting is required. Consuming food or beverages other than plain water prior to sample collection causes artificial spikes in serum triglycerides.

Book Your Lipid Profile Test in Vasai East

At Shraddha Diagnostic Center, our automated clinical biochemistry lab provides fast, accurate lipid testing. Schedule a doorstep collection slot with our certified phlebotomy team today.