Description
Cardio IQ® Cholesterol, Total - Total serum cholesterol analysis is useful in the diagnosis of hyperlipoproteinemia, atherosclerosis, hepatic and thyroid diseases.This test looks at overall cholesterol levels and triglycerides (the main components of natural fats and oils).
Lipids are various forms of fat in the body and include cholesterol types. Lipids are a type of fat and fat-like substances found in cells and are used as a source of energy like glucose. Two notable lipids: cholesterol and triglycerides, are the main things tested in this panel.Total Cholesterol check the total amount of cholesterol in your blood.
This test measures the number of LDL particles to assess risk for heart disease. This test provides a further and more comprehensive assessment for cardiovascular risk than standard lipid panel calculations or measurements. Please note that this test may take 5 business days to be completed.The Cardio IQ Advanced Lipid Panel from Quest Diagnostics is used to measure the LDL particle size. This test will also measure other cardiac risk factors.
