Lipid Profile
A panel measuring total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk factors.
This is educational information, not a diagnosis. Only a doctor reviewing your full report and history can properly interpret your result.
What It Is
A lipid profile is a group of related blood fats measured together: total cholesterol, LDL ('bad' cholesterol), HDL ('good' cholesterol), and triglycerides. Each has a different relationship with cardiovascular health.
Why It Matters
Because heart disease develops gradually and often silently, this panel is one of the main tools used to understand cardiovascular risk factors well before any symptoms appear.
Typical Reference Range
General guidance often describes total cholesterol under roughly 200 mg/dL, LDL under roughly 100 mg/dL, and HDL above roughly 40-60 mg/dL as favourable ranges, though ideal targets vary by individual risk factors.
What Can Affect Your Results
- Dietary fat and sugar intake
- Physical activity levels
- Genetics and family history
- Body weight
- Smoking and alcohol use
When It's Typically Checked
A lipid profile is typically included in annual health screening and checked more frequently when managing existing cardiovascular risk factors.
Related Tests
Medical Disclaimer
This page is provided for general educational purposes only and does not diagnose, treat, or interpret your individual results. Reference ranges vary between laboratories and testing methods, and a result outside a ‘typical’ range does not necessarily indicate a health problem, just as a result inside it doesn’t rule one out. Only a qualified physician reviewing your complete health picture can properly interpret your lab results — please discuss your reports with Dr Naturals or your treating doctor rather than relying on this page alone.