2021年6月28日 · LDL tests are a form of blood test that doctors use to measure the amount of LDL cholesterol in a person’s bloodstream. LDL tests can be part of a lipid panel test, or they …

2024年7月17日 · LDL cholesterol is often called the “bad” cholesterol because it collects in the walls of your blood vessels, raising your chances of health problems like a heart attack or …

An LDL level above 100 mg/dL raises your risk of cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) disease. Healthcare providers check your cholesterol levels (including LDL) through a simple …

2025年2月25日 · It can measure the amount of cholesterol and fats called triglycerides in blood. This test also is called a lipid panel or a lipid profile. A cholesterol test can help your …

The low-density lipoprotein (LDL) test is a blood test to measure the amount of LDL cholesterol in your blood. LDL is a type of fat (lipid) in your blood. LDL is called "bad" cholesterol because it …

Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) is a critical biomarker in assessing cardiovascular health, commonly known as "bad" cholesterol due to its association with increased risk of …

2022年9月27日 · Testing assesses how much LDL cholesterol is in your blood. This testing helps inform you and your doctor about your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other health …

This test measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) in your blood. LDL cholesterol is often called "bad" cholesterol because it causes plaque to build up inside your …

2025年1月12日 · Cholesterol test results measure total cholesterol, including LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. Moreover, results are reported in milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL), which is the …

2022年8月27日 · Direct LDL cholesterol testing measures the amount of cholesterol found inside low-density lipoproteins (LDL) in a sample of blood. LDL cholesterol is known as a type of …