A Lipid Panel is a group of blood tests that measure fats and fatty substances in your blood, providing important information about your cardiovascular health and risk factors for heart disease.
What This Test Measures
Total Cholesterol:
The overall amount of cholesterol in your blood, including both HDL and LDL cholesterol.
LDL Cholesterol (Low-Density Lipoprotein):
Often called “bad” cholesterol because high levels can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing risk of heart disease and stroke.
HDL Cholesterol (High-Density Lipoprotein):
Often called “good” cholesterol because it helps remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream. Higher levels are generally protective.
Triglycerides:
A type of fat in the blood. High levels, especially combined with high LDL or low HDL, can increase heart disease risk.
Calculated Values:
• VLDL Cholesterol (estimated)
• Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio – Risk assessment marker
Who Should Consider This Test
• Adults age 20+ as part of routine health screening (recommended every 4-6 years for low-risk individuals)
• Those with family history of heart disease or high cholesterol
• Individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure, or obesity
• People monitoring the effects of cholesterol-lowering medications or lifestyle changes
• Anyone with symptoms or risk factors for cardiovascular disease
How It Works
1. Order your test online – no doctor visit required
2. Visit any Quest Diagnostics location nationwide
3. Simple blood draw takes approximately 5 minutes
4. Results delivered to your secure portal within 1-2 business days
Preparation
Fasting for 9-12 hours before the test is recommended for accurate triglyceride and LDL measurements. Water and medications are generally permitted unless otherwise instructed.
Why Choose Wittmer Rejuvenation Clinic
At $8.25, our Lipid Panel is a fraction of typical pricing ($50-$100+ at hospitals and urgent care centers). We partner with Quest Diagnostics for reliable, CLIA-certified laboratory testing with convenient locations across all 50 states.
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