This test measures the total amount of cholesterol in your blood. It can help your doctor determine your cardiovascular disease risk.

Key Purpose:

• Measure all cholesterol types in the blood
• Assess cardiovascular disease risk

• Screen for potential heart health issues Role in the Body Critical Functions:
  • Essential fatty substance for bodily processes
  • Helps create cell membranes
  • Supports hormone production
  • Aids in metabolic functions
    • Normal Ranges Total Cholesterol Levels:
      • Optimal: Less than 200 mg/dL
      • Borderline High: 200-239 mg/dL
      • High: 240 mg/dL or above
        • Test Limitations Potential Constraints:
        • Requires 9-12 hours of fasting
          • Can be affected by:
          • Medications
          • Diet
          • Recent alcohol consumption
          • Individual metabolic variations
          • Measurement errors can range up to 16%
            • Low Results May Indicate Potential Benefits:
            • Lower heart disease risk
            • Healthy metabolic function
            • Effective cholesterol management
              • High Results May Suggest Potential Risks:
              • Increased heart disease probability
              • Higher stroke risk
              • Need for lifestyle modifications
              • Potential cardiovascular complications
              • Always require professional medical interpretation for accurate diagnosis.