Unfiltered Coffee Cholesterol

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A total cholesterol test measures all the cholesterol in your blood.

Cholesterol is a soft, wax-like substance found in all parts of the body. Your body needs a little bit of cholesterol to work properly. But too much cholesterol can clog your arteries and lead to heart disease.

Some cholesterol is considered "good" and some is considered "bad." Different blood tests are needed to individually measure each type of cholesterol.

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  • HDL test (high density lipoprotein, or "good"...
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