Cholesterol Analysis – Analysis of lipids
Description Cholesterol Analysis
Cholesterol – wax-like substance, which is similar to fat. The body's cells need cholesterol. There are several types of cholesterol. Problems can develop, when it its imbalances.
The analysis measures the cholesterol levels of cholesterol in the blood. Can be measured by various components cholesterol:
- Total cholesterol;
- HDL Cholesterol (High density lipoproteins) - “good” cholesterol;
- LDL Cholesterol (LDL) - “bad” cholesterol;
- Trigliceridy;
- Lipoprotein profile - measured all of the above.
Reasons for cholesterol analysis
Cholesterol plays an important role in determining the risk of cardiovascular diseases (NW), which can cause infarct and stroke. For Example:
- High LDL levels increase the risk of cardiovascular disease;
- Low levels of HDL cholesterol increase the risk of cardiovascular disease;
- High triglyceride levels increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
As the analysis of cholesterol?
Preparation for the procedure
Steps, to be taken, It depends on the type of analysis, to be held. For Example:
- Lipoprotein profile - examinee should not eat or drink for 9-12 hours before analysis. Water at this time can drink;
- Full analysis of cholesterol and total cholesterol to HDL measurement - the examinee must not starve.
Description Cholesterol Analysis
The subject must roll up their sleeves. Around the shoulder is wrapped gum. The area will be cleared on the hand swab, moistened with alcohol. In the vein of the hand is inserted into the syringe needle. A small amount of blood is drawn into the syringe. Then, the needle is removed, pressed against the puncture site. In place of the injection can be applied small bandage.
The blood will be sent to the laboratory for testing.
After analysis Cholesterol
After the test, you can go home. On arrival home, you can::
- Back to normal diet;
- If the doctor does not forbid, You can take medication, normally;
- If the trickle of blood at the injection site, to wipe it with cotton or cloth.
How long will the blood sampling?
The procedure takes a few minutes.
Will it hurt?
Slight pain may be felt during insertion of the needle.
Analysis results for cholesterol
Depending on the results of analysis, the doctor may prescribe additional testing
Contact your doctor after analysis of Cholesterol
After returning home, you need to see a doctor in the following cases:
- At the injection site had a large bruise or swelling;
- The results were not received within a few weeks.
In an emergency, you should immediately seek medical help.
