Lipid Profile
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Lipid Profile

Gain a deeper understanding of your heart health with lipid profile testing. This comprehensive assessment provides a detailed look at your cholesterol levels - including LDL, HDL, triglycerides, and more to help identify your risk of heart disease. Whether you're managing known risk factors or simply taking a proactive approach to your long-term health, this test offers the insights you need to make informed, personalised lifestyle decisions

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What we measure:

  • Total Cholesterol - Total cholesterol refers to the overall level of cholesterol in your bloodstream, including both protective and potentially harmful types. While cholesterol is often viewed negatively, it is essential for producing hormones, building cell membranes, and supporting various metabolic functions. However, when levels become imbalanced, particularly with too much LDL or too little HDL - it can contribute to cardiovascular risk. Total cholesterol is most meaningful when assessed alongside other lipid markers that offer a clearer picture of your heart health.
  • Triglycerides - Triglycerides are the most common form of fat in the body and play an important role in energy storage and metabolism. After eating, the body converts excess calories into triglycerides for later use. Persistently high triglyceride levels - especially when combined with low HDL or high LDL, can elevate the risk of cardiovascular disease and may also reflect insulin resistance or metabolic imbalances.
  • Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio - This ratio offers insight into the proportion of total cholesterol that is made up of the protective HDL type. A lower ratio generally indicates a healthier balance and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. This ratio is commonly used in clinical risk models to estimate the likelihood of future heart events and is a valuable tool in interpreting lipid profiles more accurately.
  • HDL Cholesterol - HDL is referred to as “good” cholesterol because it helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream and transport it back to the liver for disposal. Higher acts as a natural cleaner for the vascular system.
  • LDL Cholesterol - LDL is commonly known as “bad” cholesterol, as elevated levels can lead to the buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries. Over time, this may narrow or block blood flow, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. LDL’s primary role is to transport cholesterol to cells, but excessive levels in the blood can contribute to atherosclerosis. Managing LDL is a central part of reducing long-term cardiovascular risk.
  • Non-HDL Cholesterol - Non-HDL cholesterol encompasses all cholesterol particles considered atherogenic — that is, capable of contributing to plaque formation in the arteries. This includes LDL as well as other harmful lipoproteins such as VLDL and IDL. It is calculated by subtracting HDL from total cholesterol and is increasingly recognised as a stronger predictor of cardiovascular risk than LDL alone, particularly in individuals with elevated triglycerides or metabolic syndrome

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