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Cholesterol / Glucose Screenings

A fasting lipid profile (also called lipoprotein profile) is a detailed blood test for cholesterol. You will need to fast for 9 - 12 hours prior to the

The lipid profile can be done by finger-stick for immediate analysis (5 minutes) or by drawing a blood sample from your arm and will then be sent to a laboratory for analysis.

LDL cholesterol levels -- bad cholesterol

According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, your LDL cholesterol level is a better indicator of your risk for a heart attack and stroke than total cholesterol. The lower your LDL, the lower your risk for heart disease or stroke. LDL cholesterol less than 100 mg/dL is considered optimal. For some people with LDL levels below 100 mg/dL, statin drugs may still be very useful for preventing heart disease. Virtually all cholesterol levels benefit from treatment in those who are at the highest risk for heart disease. If you already have heart disease plus another strong risk factor for heart problems, like diabetes, current cigarette smoking, poorly controlled high blood pressure, or the metabolic syndrome (high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, and obesity), you should strive to bring your LDL cholesterol below 70 mg/dL.

Women who are at high risk for heart disease should lower their LDL cholesterol below 70 mg/dL, recommends the American Heart Association.

Treatment recommendations for high cholesterol are based on your LDL levels and whether or not you already have heart disease or any risk factors for heart disease. Some people can lower their LDL by making basic diet and lifestyle changes. These changes include:

HDL Cholesterol Levels -- "Good Cholesterol"
Women tend to have better HDL cholesterol than men. In general, an increased risk for heart disease, including heart attack, occurs when the HDL level is less than 40mg/dL. More specifically, men are at particular risk if their HDL is below 37 mg/dL and women if their HDL is below 47 mg/dL.

	HDL Cholesterol Levels
Bad - major risk for heart disease	Less than 40 mg/dL
Good - protects against heart disease	60mg/dL and above

Triglyceride levels
High triglyceride levels may also be associated with a higher risk for heart disease and stroke. This is especially true because people with high triglycerides often have other conditions, such as diabetes and obesity, that increase the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease.

	Triglyceride Levels
Normal	Less than 150 mg/dL
Borderline High	150-199 mg/dL
High	200-499 mg/dL
Very High	500 mg/dL or above

Total blood cholesterol levels
In general, the lower your total cholesterol the better.

	Total Cholesterol Level	Treatment Recommendations
Desirable	below 190 to 200 mg/dL	Your risk for a heart attack is low, unless you have other risk factors. You should still eat foods low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and maintain an adequate level of physical activity. Have your cholesterol rechecked in 5 years or sooner for men over 45 and women over 55.
Borderline High Risk	200 to 239 mg/dL	People who fall in this borderline range need to be followed closely. Recheck in 1-2 years if you have no other risk factors for heart disease and your HDL is greater than 40mg/dL. Recheck sooner if you have risk factors, including if HDL is less than 40 mg/dL. Limit foods high in saturated fat and cholesterol. Keep physically active.
High Risk	240 or higher mg/dL	You are at a high risk for a heart attack and stroke. Discuss your treatment options and lifestyle changes with your health care provider. Limit saturated fats and cholesterol in your diet. Increase your level of physical activity. Take any prescribed medicines consistently. Have additional tests, if needed.

Cholesterol, Glucose (Type II Diabetes) and other blood screenings