Cholesterol is a fat-like substance essential to many body functions, but high levels in the blood are linked to heart disease and stroke. Total cholesterol provides a broad measure of cardiovascular risk, though it should be interpreted alongside the full lipid panel for an accurate picture.
This test is included in standard lipid panels and is used to screen healthy adults for cardiovascular risk, monitor patients on cholesterol-lowering therapy, and assess risk in patients with diabetes or a family history of heart disease. Fasting is traditionally recommended for the most accurate lipid panel results. Sample type is serum.
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