What Is Hyperlipidemia?
9. Diagnosis
As mentioned, hyperlipidemia will often go undiagnosed due to the lack of symptoms. This makes it wise to get occasional checkups to help spot the condition, and other medical problems, early in their development. There is a specific test available that can help diagnose hyperlipidemia.
The test is known as a lipoprotein panel. A blood sample is taken and then analyzed to determine the levels of ‘good’ cholesterols, ‘bad’ cholesterols’, and triglycerides, which are another type of fat that is found in the blood. It may be necessary to fast for up to 12 hours before the test to help ensure accurate results.
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