Biomarkers
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
What is the VLDL cholesterol test? VLDL cholesterol is a test that measures the amount of very-low-density lipoproteins in your blood. Most labs estimate your VLDL based on your triglyceride level since VLDL particles carry mostly triglycerides through your blood and there...
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
What is the homocysteine test? A homocysteine test is a blood test that measures the amount of homocysteine, an amino acid, in your blood. Higher levels of homocysteine may indicate a B vitamin deficiency and have been linked with increased risk...
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
What is a LDL test? LDL cholesterol is a test that measures the amount of the low-density lipoproteins (“bad cholesterol”) in your blood. Although cholesterol serves several important functions, high LDL cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease because it...
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
What is the test? HDL cholesterol is a test that measures the amount of high-density lipoproteins (“good cholesterol”) in your blood. What does it measure? This test measures the amount of protective HDL cholesterol in your blood. HDL promotes heart health by removing...
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What is a total cholesterol test? A total cholesterol test measures the amount of cholesterol found in your blood. Cholesterol is a waxy substance in the blood that is used to create new cells, hormones, and vitamin D. Although cholesterol serves...
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What is a triglyceride test? A triglycerides test measures the amount of triglycerides, a type of fat, in your blood.What does a triglyceride test measure? This test measures the level of triglycerides in your blood. They originate from fatty foods like butter,...