LIPP — Lipid Profile

Description

A COMPLETE SET OF TESTS THAT CHECK: • Triglycerides — a type of fat in the blood used for energy • Total Cholesterol — sum of all cholesterol types in the blood • HDL Cholesterol — “good” cholesterol that helps remove excess cholesterol • LDL Cholesterol (Calculated) — “bad” cholesterol that contributes to plaque formation • Non-HDL Cholesterol — total cholesterol minus HDL, representing all atherogenic lipoproteins WHAT THIS TEST SUITE REVEALS: • Whether triglyceride levels are elevated, which adds to cardiovascular risk • Overall cholesterol burden in the bloodstream • Effectiveness of HDL in protecting vessels (higher HDL is protective) • How much LDL is present and its role in arterial plaque development • Total atherogenic cholesterol (via non-HDL), offering a broader risk assessment than LDL alone • Helps clinician determine risk of heart disease, atherosclerosis, metabolic syndrome • Basis for guiding lifestyle changes and lipid-lowering therapy if needed

Biomaterial

Venous blood

Preparation

Must be taken after a fast (of at least 10–12 hours).