A cholesterol blood test measures the levels of different types of cholesterol in your blood, which can help assess your risk of heart disease.
A cholesterol blood test measures the levels of different types of cholesterol in your blood, which can help assess your risk of heart disease. Understanding your results involves looking at total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. This article explains what these numbers mean and how they relate to your health.
Reference ranges and guidance in this article are drawn from NHS sources and NICE Clinical Knowledge Summaries. Your own lab report ranges always take precedence.
Educational purposes only · not medical advice · always speak to your GP or a qualified clinician about your results