The total cholesterol test by Boston Heart measures the amount of cholesterol and other fats in an individual's blood.
A cholesterol test can help the physician determine the risk of of developing heart disease.
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance found in the blood and every cell. It has an essential role in the membrane of the cell's physiology, and we all need some cholesterol to keep our cells and organs healthy.
The liver produces all the cholesterol the body needs. But cholesterol can also come from food, especially meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products.
There are two main types of cholesterol: low-density lipoprotein (LDL), also known as "bad" cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or "good" cholesterol.
Less than 200mg/dL is the desirable cholesterol value in a person's blood.
If the test shows high cholesterol levels, this test can help a practitioner make an individual plan and take steps to lower them.
Please be advised that Boston Heart Diagnostics policy states that practitioners are unable to order labs on themselves or their immediate family members.
This is a single-marker test measuring total cholesterol. Please be advised that Boston Heart Diagnostics policy states that practitioners cannot order labs on themselves or their immediate family members.
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