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Lipid Panel

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Lipid Panel
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About the Test

Ordering the Lipid Panel from Access Medical Laboratories

A lipid panel is a blood test that measures the amount of lipids in the blood. The panel usually includes four different cholesterol measurements and triglycerides.

Too many lipids (hyperlipidemia) in the blood can lead to buildup in the blood vessels and arteries, which can cause damage and increase cardiovascular risk.

Access Medical's Lipid Panel Measures:

  • Total Cholesterol
  • HDL
  • LDL
  • Triglycerides
  • TC/HDL Ratio

Which Patients is the Lipid Panel From Access Medical Laboratories Best Used For?

A physician may order a Lipid Panel for the following reasons:

  • As a routine test to determine the patient's cholesterol levels
  • Assess an individual's cardiovascular health
  • Monitor cholesterol levels in case of previous abnormal results
  • Monitor a patient with other risk factors for heart disease
  • Monitor treatment
  • To help diagnose other medical conditions

About the Test

The Lipid Panel is used to analyze a patient's risk of cardiovascular disease.

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Lab Test Information
Price
$
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5.00
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Sample Type
Serum
Shipping Time
1 - 6 days
UPS
Turnaround Time
6 days
Test Preparation Starts
Up to 12 hours before collection
Number of Collection Days
1 day
Methods Used For Processing
Immunoassay
Lab Certifications
CLIA Certified
CAP Accredited
ISO 15189
COLA Accredited
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