Cholesterol Testing Care
Learn what care is required for the Cholesterol Testing procedure. Find out what you need to do prior to the procedure, how long it will take, if you will be required to stay in the hospital and what the postoperative care is.
Alternate Names for Cholesterol Testing:
Lipid testing
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- Overview
- What It Is
- Reasons For
- Complications
- What to Expect
- Results
- When to Call a Doctor
Cholesterol Testing Details
Alternate Names for Cholesterol Testing:
Lipid testing
What to Expect
Prior to Test
Steps to take before the test depend on the test you are having. For example:
- Lipoprotein profile-You will need to not eat or drink for 9-12 hours before the test. Water is allowed during this time.
- Total cholesterol test and total cholesterol test with HDL measurement-You do not need to fast.
You will roll up your sleeve. An elastic band will be wrapped around your upper arm. An area on your arm will be cleaned with alcohol. The needle will then be inserted into your arm vein. A small amount of blood will be drawn into a tube. The needle will be removed. Pressure will be applied to the puncture site. A small bandage may be placed on the site. Your blood will be sent to a lab for testing.
After TestYou will be able to leave after the test is done. When you arrive home:
- Go back to your regular diet.
- If told to do so by your doctor, take your medicines as usual.
- If you have an area of bruising, apply pressure to the area. Use a piece of cotton under the bandage.
A few minutes
Will It Hurt?It may hurt slightly when the needle is inserted.
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 Complications Learn about possible complications and what might increase the risk of them. |
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 What to Expect Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards. |
 Results What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results. |
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