Lipid Profile Test in Ahmedabad - Price & Details

Ahmedabad has diagnostic centres and hospitals that offer lipid profile tests. You can also get this test done at PharmEasy Labs, India’s premier diagnostic centre offering affordable pricing and convenient home sample collection The lipid profile test measures the levels of cholesterol and four types of lipids and is usually prescribed for patients who are at a greater risk of cardiac diseases.

PharmEasy Labs has trained technicians ensuring accurate report preparation and patient safety. There are many branches in all major Indian cities.

PharmEasy Labs Ahmedabad is automated and barcoded, improving report accuracy and reliability. The reports are also verified by a registered practitioner. The customers are sent regular updates regarding the stages of the testing procedure on the PharmEasy app.

Various factors contribute to the variability in the cost of a Lipid Profile test. Nevertheless, the standard price for a Lipid Profile test at PharmEasy in Ahmedabad is typically between INR 339 and INR 879. To make an informed decision, consider comparing Lipid Profile test prices in major Indian cities.

Your doctor may recommend a lipid panel blood test for several reasons, particularly if you possess one or more risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Frequent lipid panel screenings can be a proactive way to detect elevated cholesterol levels before symptoms appear. The risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease include:

• Age: Being over 45 years old for men, or assigned male at birth, and over 50 years old for women, or assigned female at birth.
• Previous high cholesterol readings on a test
• Cigarette smoking
• Obesity
• Sedentary lifestyle
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Diabetes or prediabetes
• A first-degree relative, like a parent or sibling, who developed early-onset heart disease (under 55 for males and under 65 for females).

Yes, a fasting period of 10–12 hours is necessary before undergoing the lipid profile test. The most accurate results are obtained when this test is conducted on an empty stomach, which is why it's typically done in the morning after an overnight fast. During the fasting period, you are permitted to drink water, but it's important to refrain from consuming tea or coffee.

During the Lipid Profile Test

PharmEasy will arrange for a phlebotomist to collect your blood sample, typically from the most prominent vein in your forearm. For the lipid profile test, only a single needle prick is needed. The collected samples are then sent to a lab, where a skilled medical laboratory scientist processes and conducts the necessary tests using specialized analyzers.

The values are the same for males and females.

The normal values, parameters, and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

The four main components of the lipid profile test are Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL and LDL.

The Total Cholesterol to HDL ratio is not more important than the actual values. If the lipid profile report has a higher than usual reading for Total Cholesterol, it is diagnostic of dyslipidaemia. Dyslipidaemia, if left unchecked, increases the chances of atherosclerosis and subsequent heart attacks.

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Risks / Possible Complications

A Lipid Profile Test is a commonly performed blood test that rarely leads to complications. If you encounter any of the following, seek medical advice promptly:

• Continuous bleeding from the puncture area
• Pain or swelling at the collection site

Limitations

• Possible interference with test outcomes caused by errors made by either the machine or the operator
• Risk of misinterpreting the markers