Cholesterol Testing: Understanding Heart Health Through Simple Blood Work
Cholesterol testing is a fundamental health screening that measures the levels of different types of cholesterol and fats in your blood. This simple yet powerful diagnostic tool helps identify cardiovascular disease risk and guides preventive care decisions for millions of people worldwide.
What is a Cholesterol Test?
A cholesterol test, also called a lipid panel or lipid profile, measures several key blood components:
Total cholesterol - the overall amount of cholesterol in your blood

