lipidenpanel
A lipid panel, also known as a lipid profile or cholesterol test, is a blood test that measures the amounts of certain fats, called lipids, in your blood. These lipids include cholesterol and triglycerides. High levels of certain lipids can increase your risk of developing cardiovascular diseases like heart attack and stroke.
The standard lipid panel typically measures four types of lipids: total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol,
A healthcare provider may order a lipid panel as part of a routine check-up or if a