Blood Cholesterol Test and Its Cost

What is cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a waxy substance which is found in our blood. It is essential for the production of healthy cells, vitamins and hormones in the body. High levels of cholesterol will lead to the deposition of fats in the blood vessels, eventually as these deposition grows it leads to difficulty in flow of blood through the arteries which further causes cardiovascular disease such as stroke.

What is the Serum Cholesterol Test?

A cholesterol blood test detects the quantity of cholesterol in your blood. Total cholesterol contains LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL (good cholesterol). Diet, exercise,and weight loss are some effective ways to lower cholesterol. If dietary and exercise changes aren't enough, a doctor may prescribe cholesterol lowering medications too.

What is the function of cholesterol in a body?

• Cholesterol is the precursor for the synthesis of all types of steroids in the body

• Cholesterol helps in the conversion of sun rays into the vitaminD
• Cholesterol is required for the conversion of the fat soluble vitamins such as vitamins A, D, E and K 
• It also protect internal organs
• It is important for the proper functioning of the body functions

What are the benefits of Cholesterol blood Test?

Cholesterol blood test have many benefits few of them are listed below : 

• Monitoring your cholesterol level regularly will allow you to diagnose the serious cardiovascular diseases early and based on your test result you can start taking

preventive measure and avoid developing and actual serious complications

• Person who already have a chronic illness getting tested will help the clinician to monitor the effectiveness of the therapy 
• Cholesterol testing will provide the overall picture of the levels of your cholesterol in the body. If a person diagnoses a slight increase in their LDL then they can start taking preventive measures such as regular exercise,proper diet etc to maintain their levels of cholesterol before it can aid in some serious illness.
• Getting tested early will also provide information about whether you have a high level of cholesterol since birth due to some genetic reasons.

Overall no matter what your age,whether you have cardiovascular disease or other chronic illness or you follow sedentary lifestyle it is always better to track your cholesterol level and work towards the goal for your healthy life

Why do you need cholesterol testing?

• Growing age: as you become older your chances of getting a high level of cholesterol will increase therefore it is essential for people with old age to keep in track of their cholesterol level regularly
• Family history: if a high level of cholesterol or cardiovascular disease runs in your family then you must keep in check with your cholesterol level because it is always better to find out earlier as early diagnosis can prevent the future complications 
• Smoking and alcohol:  cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption will decrease your good cholesterol level and increase the bad cholesterol in the blood which leads to fat build up causing the blockage or the narrowing of the arteries
• Obesity : People who are obese are at very high risk of having high cholesterol levels and cardiovascular disease so it is very important for them to monitor their cholesterol level
• Lack of exercise: lack of physical activity aid in the development of high cholesterol level
• Chronic illness: if you have a chronic illness such as diabetes , hypertension etc then you must do a cholesterol testing as chronic illness will increase your chances of getting high cholesterol level in the blood
• Unhealthy diet: if you are the one who loves eating junk food then you are the perfect candidate  for high cholesterol levels

Preparation for cholesterol test

• Fasting is usually not required for a cholesterol test. 
• Medications : Inform your doctor about all the drugs and supplements that you are currently taking. Certain drugs may alter the test result. Your doctor may advise some modifications before the test if required.  
• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol intake before the test as it may alter the test results.
• Stay calm and hydrated before the test

Procedure for cholesterol test

• The healthcare professional will tie a rubber band around your arm to locate a vein 
• They will clean the site using a disinfectant to minimise the risk of catching infection.
• Then a needle is inserted into the vein and the blood is drawn  from that vein
• After blood sample collection, they will withdraw the needle and seal the site using a cotton ball.
• The collected sample is then set to the lab for further analysis.

Cholesterol test normal range 
 

Aftercare

No special care is needed after the procedure, just leave your dressing strip for at least 15 mins

Required documents for Blood Serum Cholesterol Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

Serum Cholesterol Test price in Delhi

The Blood Cholesterol Test price varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centres like Ganesh Diagnostic. The average cholesterol  test price in Delhi is around RS 100-400 but you can book your cholesterol test at home with  Ganesh diagnostic centre and get a discount upto 50% off.

Best diagnostic centre for cholesterol test at home in Delhi?

Ganesh diagnostic centre is considered as the best diagnostic lab for cholesterol blood test in Delhi. We have many branches in different locations of Delhi including Hari Nagar, Yamuna Vihar, Nangloi, Derawal Nagar, Rohini and Mangol puri. 

• We provide high standard quality services to our patients. 
• Free home sample collection services are available.
• We also offer facilities of online reporting.
• Our labs are NABL certified. 
• Facility of latest cutting-edge technologies.
• Highly Skilled Radiologists and Pathologists
• Facility of emergency test services at night.
• Affordable Diagnostic lab with up to 50% discount on many tests. Currently, we are offering upto 50% discount on various types of blood tests.
• We are open 24X7 and 365 days.
• Lakhs of satisfied customers.
• We are also open on sundays.