Lipid Profile Test in Visakhapatnam - Price & Details

Visakhapatnam has diagnostic centres and hospitals where you can get a lipid profile test. PharmEasy Labs also offers this test along with other diagnostic tests for the overall good health of every one, along with the added benefit of home blood collection. The lipid profile test is either a part of a routine exam or done by people who are at greater risk of cardiac conditions. The test checks the levels of LDL, HDL, cholesterol, and triglycerides.

PharmEasy Labs Visakhapatnam is automated and barcoded, ensuring accuracy and reliability in the reports. The tests are transparent because customers are notified about every stage of the testing process via regular updates on the PharmEasy app.

PharmEasy Labs have a presence in all major Indian cities and the tests are affordable and competitively priced for wider accessibility. The reports are prepared on time and verified by a registered practitioner to maintain accuracy.

Various elements contribute to the variation in the cost of a Lipid Profile test. Nevertheless, the average price for a Lipid Profile test at PharmEasy in Visakhapatnam hovers around INR 339 to INR 879. For more information, you can compare Lipid Profile test prices in different major Indian cities.

The Lipid panel is important for screening and monitoring the lipid levels in the bloodstream. Abnormal lipid levels can indicate heart disease risk, helping in early prevention and treatment. It is also used, along with other additional tests, to diagnose certain health conditions like hypothyroidism, chronic kidney disease, and pancreatitis.

The only preparation you will need for this test is to undergo fasting for a minimum of 12 hours. Please note that you cannot eat anything during this period. You are allowed to drink water. After the test, you can eat and drink normally.

During the Lipid Profile Test

A phlebotomist will arrive at your door to collect your fasting blood sample. The sample will be drawn from a vein, usually from your arm. The entire analysis of your cholesterol will be done with this small sample. The entire testing process will take just 3-5 minutes.

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