HDL
Alternate Names : High-Density Lipoprotein
Definition This is a test that measures the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in serum.
Pictures & Images
Jump to a section
• Pictures & Images
• Definition
• Why is the Test Performed?
• How is the Test Performed?
• How to Prepare for the Test?
• How will the Test Feel?
• Normal Values
• What do Abnormal Results Mean?
• Special Considerations
• Risks
Today's Top News Stories | • | 79 Million Americans Struggle to Pay Medical Bills - Aug 20, 2008, 09:00
New numbers show the problem is getting worse, not better, even for middle class. | • | Compression Stockings Often Incorrectly Used - Aug 20, 2008, 09:00
29% of patients had problems with size of devices used to prevent deep vein clots, study finds. | • | Arsenic in Drinking Water Raises Diabetes Risk - Aug 19, 2008, 17:00
Even low levels, like those found in U.S., could boost the odds, study finds. | • | Obesity Rates Up in 37 States: Report - Aug 19, 2008, 16:00
At least 20% of adults are obese in every state except Colorado. | • | Cognitive Score Changes Over Time May Hint at Dementia - Aug 19, 2008, 16:00
Study authors stress new method is a complement to current testing.
|
Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Angina - Stable
• Atherosclerosis
• Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia
• Type 2 Diabetes
Tests & Exams
• Blood Pressure
• LDL
• Triglyceride Level
• Venipuncture
• VLDL
Other Topics
• Adolescent Test or Procedure Preparation
• Bile
• Bleeding
• Cholesterol
• Fainting
• Fat
• Infant Test/Procedure Preparation
• Preschooler Test/Procedure Preparation
• Protein in Diet
• School Age Test/Procedure Preparation
• Toddler Test/Procedure Preparation
|
