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 check your cholesterol levels. It helps identify risk factors for cardiovascular disease by measuring different types of cholesterol and fats in your blood. Many people use this test to monitor their heart health, especially if they have high blood pressure, diabetes, are overweight, or want to track the effectiveness of lifestyle changes or cholesterol medications.

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 speaking with a doctor about cholesterol management. 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 or treatments are working.

What's included in this test?

This panel measures total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol), LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides. If triglyceride levels are elevated, the test automatically reflexes to a direct LDL measurement for enhanced accuracy. This comprehensive lipid panel evaluates your cardiovascular health by measuring these key cholesterol markers. These markers work together to show your risk for heart disease and stroke, giving you a complete picture of your heart health and areas to improve.

How should I prepare for this test?

You should fast for 9-12 hours before this test, which means no food or drinks except water. This fasting period is important because eating can temporarily raise your triglyceride levels and affect the accuracy of your results. Schedule your blood draw for the morning so you can fast overnight, and you can eat normally afterward.

When will I get my results?

Most lipid panel results are available within 1-2 business days after your blood sample is collected. You'll receive an email notification when your results are ready to view in your secure online account. If the reflex to direct LDL is triggered, it may add an additional day to processing time.

Who should consider getting this test?

This test is important for adults over 40, anyone with a family history of heart disease or high cholesterol, and people with risk factors like obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, or smoking. It's also useful if you're starting a heart-healthy lifestyle program or taking cholesterol medication and want to monitor your progress. Even if you feel healthy, checking your cholesterol regularly is a key part of preventive care.

What symptoms indicate I may need this test?

High cholesterol typically has no symptoms, which is why testing is so important. However, you should consider this test if you have chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue with exertion, or notice yellowish deposits around your eyes or joints. Even without symptoms, regular cholesterol screening is recommended if you have risk factors like being overweight, eating a high-fat diet, being inactive, or having a family history of early heart disease.

How can I naturally improve my cholesterol levels?

Start by eating more fiber-rich foods like oats, beans, fruits, and vegetables, which help lower bad cholesterol. Replace saturated fats with healthy fats from fish, nuts, avocados, and olive oil. Regular aerobic exercise like brisk walking, cycling, or swimming for 30 minutes most days can raise your good cholesterol and lower triglycerides. Losing even 5-10% of your body weight if you're overweight can significantly improve your lipid profile.

What do high cholesterol levels mean?

High total cholesterol or high LDL (bad cholesterol) means excess fatty deposits can build up in your arteries, increasing your risk of heart attack and stroke. High triglycerides also contribute to artery hardening and heart disease. These conditions develop gradually over time, so catching high cholesterol early gives you the opportunity to make changes through diet, exercise, and if needed, medication to protect your heart health.

How often should I retest my cholesterol?

If your cholesterol is in the healthy range and you have no risk factors, retesting every 4-6 years is typically sufficient. If your levels are borderline or high, or if you're making lifestyle changes or taking medication, you should retest every 3-6 months to monitor your progress. Your doctor may recommend more frequent testing if you have heart disease, diabetes, or other cardiovascular risk factors.

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.

Cholesterol Test - Heart Health & Lipid Panel

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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Lipid Panel with Reflex to Direct LDL

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