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Blood Test Hdl

Health Encyclopedia: Hdl The Good Cholesterol

Definition

HDL stands for high density lipoprotein, a form of "good" cholesterol. Lipoproteins are proteins in the blood that move cholesterol, triglycerides, and other lipids to various tissues.

This article discusses the blood test used to measure levels of HDL cholesterol in your blood.

Alternative Names

High-density lipoprotein

How the test is performed

A needle will be used to take a sample of blood from a vein, usually from the inside of the e...

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Health Guide

What is Cholesterol?: A Patient Guide

...should have their cholesterol and triglyceride levels measured at least once every five years. This blood test is done after a nine- to 14-hour fast and provides information about your total... Read more »

Coronary risk profile

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Cholesterol and Lipids

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High Cholesterol Diagnosis and Testing

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