What's this test for?

This test is ideal if you're concerned about your heart health, have a family history of heart disease, or want to understand your cholesterol levels. It helps identify your risk for heart disease and stroke by measuring different types of cholesterol and fats in your blood. Many people use this test when they want to be proactive about their cardiovascular health or track the effectiveness of diet and lifestyle changes.

What happens after I get my results?

You'll receive detailed doctor notes in simple language explaining what your cholesterol levels mean for your heart health and cardiovascular risk. These notes include personalized recommendations like dietary changes, exercise suggestions, or whether you should consider cholesterol medication. You'll also get the standard lab report and can track your lipid levels over time using our trends feature to see how your lifestyle changes are improving your numbers.

What's included in this test?

This panel measures Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides, Chol/HDL Ratio, and Non-HDL Cholesterol. This comprehensive lipid panel evaluates your cardiovascular health by measuring total cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides. It also calculates important ratios like your Chol/HDL ratio and non-HDL cholesterol, which help assess your risk for heart disease and stroke. Together, these measurements provide a complete picture of your heart health and help identify areas where lifestyle changes or treatment may be beneficial.

How should I prepare for this test?

You should fast for 12-14 hours before your blood is drawn. This means no food or drinks except water during this time. Fasting is important because eating can temporarily raise your triglyceride levels and affect the accuracy of your results. Try to schedule your test in the morning so you can fast overnight.

Who should consider getting this test?

This test is important for adults over 20 who want to monitor their heart health, especially those with a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or who are overweight. It's also valuable if you're taking cholesterol medication and need to monitor its effectiveness, or if you're making lifestyle changes and want to track your progress. Even healthy individuals should check their cholesterol levels regularly as part of preventive care.

What does high LDL cholesterol mean?

High LDL cholesterol, often called bad cholesterol, means you have too much cholesterol building up in your arteries, which increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. This can happen due to a diet high in saturated fats, lack of exercise, smoking, or genetics. Lowering LDL through diet, exercise, and possibly medication can significantly reduce your cardiovascular risk.

What does low HDL cholesterol mean?

Low HDL cholesterol, the good cholesterol, means you have less protection against heart disease. HDL helps remove bad cholesterol from your arteries and transport it to your liver for disposal. Low HDL can result from smoking, lack of exercise, being overweight, or a diet high in refined carbs and sugar. Raising your HDL through exercise and healthy fats can help protect your heart.

How can I naturally improve my cholesterol levels?

Start by eating more fiber-rich foods like oats, beans, and vegetables, which help lower LDL cholesterol. Include heart-healthy fats from fish, avocados, nuts, and olive oil while reducing saturated fats from red meat and full-fat dairy. Regular aerobic exercise like walking, swimming, or cycling can raise your good HDL cholesterol and lower triglycerides. Maintaining a healthy weight and quitting smoking also make a significant difference.

What causes high triglycerides?

High triglycerides are usually caused by consuming too many calories, especially from sugar, refined carbs, and alcohol. They can also be elevated if you're overweight, physically inactive, or have conditions like diabetes or metabolic syndrome. Some medications and genetic factors can also contribute. Losing weight, cutting back on sugar and alcohol, and increasing physical activity are effective ways to lower triglycerides.

How often should I retest my cholesterol?

If your cholesterol levels are normal and you have no risk factors, testing every 4-6 years is usually sufficient. However, if your results are abnormal or you're making lifestyle changes or taking medication, you should retest every 3-6 months to monitor progress. People with heart disease, diabetes, or strong family history may need more frequent monitoring, typically every 3-12 months as recommended by their doctor.

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short: In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want. If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test. Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout. If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want. When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system. Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way. You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy! If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

How do I know which test to get?

In the test options, find the test you want. If you’re not sure which test to get, we can lend a hand in finding the right option. Just text or call us at 754-799-7833, email us at support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you. We've got your back and reply quickly.

When will my lab results be available?

Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know. After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop! If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you. Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update. Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you. There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out. Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Do you accept health insurance?

Only HSA & FSA is accepted. Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts. This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes. We get it – sometimes your needs change. As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order. If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com. You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

How can I find a lab location near me?

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached! You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp). Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Lipid Panel - Cholesterol & Heart Health Test

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.

Long story short:

In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!

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