Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol:HDL Ratio LabCorp
This panel can diagnose heart disease and help identify your risk level for developing arterial disease.
The package includes the following tests:
- Total Cholesterol
- Total Cholesterol/HDL and LDL Ratio
- Triglycerides
- High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Cholesterol
- Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol
LabCorp Test #: 221010, CPT: 80061
What is this test?
The Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol identifies several health markers related to cholesterol and lipid levels within the blood. It can help diagnose coronary heart disease, as well as your risk of developing arterial plaque (atherosclerosis) which can lead to heart disease. The Lipid Panel with Total Cholesterol is often used as a general health screening to track heart health.
Who is this test for?
This test is for those who are interested in screening for potential heart disease, high cholesterol, and arterial plaque. This test can also be used to measure progress in those who have already identified high cholesterol levels and/or atherosclerosis, and who have begun making lifestyle changes to improve their arterial and heart health.
