The Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio is a blood test that measures the levels of lipids (fats and cholesterol) in your body. It is used to help diagnose and monitor conditions such as high cholesterol and diabetes. This test can also help your doctor assess your risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Key Purpose:

• Evaluate cardiovascular health
• Assess risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke
• Measure fat molecules in the blood

Role in the Body Critical Functions:

• Transport cholesterol through bloodstream
• Support cell membrane health
• Produce hormones
• Aid in metabolic processes
• Protect nerve cells

Normal Ranges Cholesterol Levels:

• Total Cholesterol: < 200 mg/dL
• LDL Cholesterol: < 100 mg/dL
• HDL Cholesterol: > 60 mg/dL
• Triglycerides: < 150 mg/dL

Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio Interpretation Ratio Categories:

• Ideal: Under 3.5
• Good: Under 5
• Concerning: Over 5

Test Limitations Potential Interference Factors:

• Recent meals
• Lipemia
• Individual metabolic variations
• Laboratory testing methods
• Fasting requirements

Low Results May Indicate Potential Conditions:

• Low cardiovascular risk
• Healthy metabolic function
• Effective lifestyle management

High Results May Suggest Potential Conditions:

• Increased heart disease risk
• Potential metabolic disorders
• Need for lifestyle modifications
• Possible genetic predispositions

Always require professional medical interpretation for accurate diagnosis.