Cholesterol and Lipid testing

The body requires some cholesterol but having to much cholesterol raises your risk for heart attack or stroke.  

The test panel is a convenient way to screen and/or monitor your lipid levels at home. The collection procedure can be collected fasting or random (non-fasting) This should be a decision made by your primary care physician or health care professional.  Typical fasting periods are from 8-12 hours.

The American College of Cardiology, says that individuals who aren't taking statins may not need to fast before having the cholesterol test. 

 The Finger Stick collection procedure is simple and quick. 2 single use lancets are provided.  

The American Heart Association recommends that adults have a cholesterol test performed every 4-6 years starting at age 20. Individuals with certain chronic health conditions should be tested more frequently.  

Test results are available 24/7 online at our secure website: mya1cresults.com/login.php

Simply enter your sample ID number and email address

Knowing your lipid levels is a great way to help reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease.

• Total Cholesterol: is necessary to make cells. 
• HDL: high density lipoprotein considered the good cholesterol.
• Calculated LDL: Low-density lipoprotein generally considered the bad cholesterol. This marker cannot be calculated if the triglycerides is greater that 400mg/dl.
• Triglycerides: Is the primary form of fat in the blood. Elevated levels of triglycerides can lead to disease in the liver and pancreas. In addition to raising the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Who is not appropriate for the test: 

• Under 18 years of age
• If you are pregnant
• Using blood thinners or have any form of hemophilia or any bleeding disorder.
• Aspirin greater that 81mg
• Peripheral vascular disease or peripheral neuropathy.