Hypercholesterolemia Multi-Analyte Panel, Whole Blood
A multi-analyte blood test that measures cholesterol and related lipids to help evaluate cardiovascular risk and guide treatment.
["This test helps assess cholesterol levels and cardiovascular risk."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 107543-1
- Short code
- Hypercholest multi anl Bld/T
- Synonyms
- Hypercholest multi anl Bld/T
- Category
- lipid
- Sample
- whole-blood
- Container
- Lavender-top (EDTA)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- molgen
- Specimen volume
- 3 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h
- Hemolysis max
- 0
- Lipemia max
- 0
- Icterus max
- 0
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
This is a blood test that measures cholesterol and related lipids, such as HDL and LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. It is used to assess cardiovascular risk and, when needed, monitor lipid-lowering treatment.
Why might I need this test?
A clinician may order this test as part of a routine health check or if you have risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, or a family history of early heart disease. It may also be used to follow progress with diet, exercise, or cholesterol medication.
How is the test performed?
A blood sample is collected and analyzed in a laboratory. Depending on the laboratory, the panel may be performed on a whole-blood sample or on serum or plasma separated from the blood.
How do I prepare for the test?
Follow the preparation instructions provided by the ordering clinician or laboratory. Some lipid tests require fasting, while others do not. Drinking water is usually acceptable if fasting is required, and medications and supplements should not be stopped without medical guidance.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
High levels of total or LDL cholesterol can increase the risk of plaque buildup and cardiovascular disease. Low HDL cholesterol or high triglycerides may also contribute to cardiovascular risk, but results should be interpreted together with other risk factors.
Abnormal results may also reflect recent food intake, diabetes or other metabolic conditions, and the effects of medication. Your clinician can explain what the results mean for you and whether any follow-up is needed.
Short name
Cholesterol and Lipid Panel
Frequently asked questions
Does this test require fasting?
What is the difference between HDL and LDL cholesterol?
How often should cholesterol be checked?
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