This test measures triglycerides, a type of fat, in your blood. It can help your doctor assess your risk of cardiovascular disease.

Key Purpose:

• Measure fat levels in the blood
• Assess cardiovascular disease risk
• Evaluate overall metabolic health
• Screen for potential health conditions
• Role in the Body Critical Functions:
• Store excess energy from food
• Provide energy between meals
• Support cell membrane function
• Transport fat through bloodstream
• Normal Ranges Triglyceride Levels:
• Normal: Below 150 mg/dL
• Borderline High: 150-199 mg/dL
• High: 200-499 mg/dL
• Very High: 500 mg/dL and above
• Test Limitations Potential Interference Factors:
• Recent meals
• Fasting status
• Medications
• Hormonal changes
• Pregnancy
• Individual metabolic variations
• Low Results May Indicate Potential Conditions:
• Healthy metabolic function
• Good dietary habits
• Low cardiovascular risk
• High Results May Suggest Potential Conditions:
• Increased heart disease risk
• Metabolic syndrome
• Diabetes
• Liver disorders
• Thyroid problems

Always require professional medical interpretation for accurate diagnosis.