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LDL Cholesterol
Also known as: LDL, LDL-C, "bad" cholesterol
Formal name: Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol
Related tests: Cholesterol, HDL, Triglycerides, Lipid profile, Direct LDL Cholesterol, Cardiac Risk Assessment, Lp(a), Apo A, Apo B
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At A Glance
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Why get tested?To determine risk of developing heart disease
When to get tested?As part of a regular exam with a cholesterol test or lipid profile or if your screening cholesterol is high
Sample required?A blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm or from a fingerstick
Note: Laboratory tests for LDL-C generally require a 12-hour fast.
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This article was last reviewed on October 4, 2008
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