"IMPORTANT NOTE: THIS IS ONLY FOR TOTAL CHOLESTEROL. DOES NOT INCLUDE LDL, HDL, VLDL AND TRIGLYCERIDES. See Lipid Panel for all cholesterol levels.

Synonyms: Chol

NOTICE: This test is component of the Lipid panel which may be more appealing than ordering this test alone.

Why It Is Done

Evaluate lipid status and metabolic disorders

Test Overview:

Total blood cholesterol includes LDL (""bad"" cholesterol) and HDL (""good"" cholesterol). Cholesterol is a fat that our bodies need to remain healthy. The body uses cholesterol to help build cells and produce hormones but too much cholesterol in the blood can build up along the inside of the artery walls, forming what is known as plaque. Large amounts of plaque increase your chances of having a heart attack or stroke.

How To Prepare:

Patient must fast 12 hours "