Concerned about high cholesterol, elevated triglycerides, heart disease risk, stroke risk, or metabolic health? A Lipid Panel with Ratios measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels and provides insight into cardiovascular health and risk factors associated with heart disease.
Lipid Panel with Ratios - This panel measures serum cholesterol and triglyceride (TG) levels. It includes evaluation of the LDL/HDL ratio (calculated), cholesterol/HDL-C ratio (calculated), HDL-C, LDL-C (calculated), non-HDL-C (calculated), total cholesterol, and TG. Comprehensive lipid assessment aids in evaluating cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and the likelihood of an ischemic event. It is also useful for the prevention and management of atherosclerotic disease and diagnosis of metabolic syndrome.
Biomarker Summary
Triglycerides
Total Cholesterol
HDL Cholesterol
Non-HDL Cholesterol
Total Cholesterol / HDL Ratio
LDL Cholesterol (by calculation)
LDL/HDL Ratio
Details
Lipid Panel with Ratios - This panel measures serum cholesterol and triglyceride (TG) levels. It includes evaluation of the LDL/HDL ratio (calculated), cholesterol/HDL-C ratio (calculated), HDL-C, LDL-C (calculated), non-HDL-C (calculated), total cholesterol, and TG. Comprehensive lipid assessment aids in evaluating cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and the likelihood of an ischemic event. It is also useful for the prevention and management of atherosclerotic disease and diagnosis of metabolic syndrome [1].
CVD is the leading cause of death in the United States. Individuals with high LDL-C and TG levels are at elevated risk for developing CVD and having an ischemic event [2,3]. The American Heart Association recommends that Americans aged 20 and above have their lipid levels tested every 4 to 6 years. Children should have their cholesterol tested for the first time between ages 9 and 11 and again between ages 17 and 21. Testing should start earlier if there is a family history of high cholesterol [4]. This panel reports a calculated LDL/HDL ratio in addition to all the components included in Lipid Panel, Standard (test code 7600). High LDL/HDL ratio may be a stronger predictor of coronary heart disease than LDL and HDL alone in patients with hypertriglyceridemia [5]. Treatment with N-acetyl cysteine for acetaminophen overdose may generate a falsely low result for cholesterol [6]. Venipuncture immediately after or during administration of the painkiller metamizole (dipyrone) may also lead to falsely low results for cholesterol [7]. Note: Any or all individual tests from a panel can be ordered separately.The results of this test should be interpreted in the context of pertinent clinical and family history as well as physical examination findings.
References 1. Stone NJ, et al. Circulation. 2014;129(25 Suppl 2):S1-S45. 2. CDC. Heart disease facts. Accessed January 3, 2022. https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/facts.htm 3. Arbel Y, et al. Card Diabetol. 2016;15:11. 4. Grundy SM, et al. Circulation. 2019;139(25):e1082-e1143. 5. Manninen V, et al. Circulation. 1992;85(1):37-45. 6. Cholesterol. Instructions for use. Beckman Coulter Inc; 2015. 7. Gascon N, et al. Clin Chem. 1993;39(6):1033-1036.
Patient Instructions
Phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
1. Labcorp
2. Quest Diagnostics
Location: Visit a nearby Labcorp or Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
Scheduling: Schedule your appointment for Labcorp or Quest Diagnostics. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
Collection Instructions:
Bring a valid ID.
Bring your digital or printed requisition form.
Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
3. Home Service (Book directly with the service provider below)
Recommended Mobile Phlebotomy Services:
Northern California: Lab Mobile On The Go
(510) 456 - 0402 https://labmobileonthego.com
Southern California: Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
https://app.getlabs.com/book
Other States: Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
https://app.getlabs.com/book