After The Test & Treatment Options
After the Test
Once your specimen is submitted, results are typically processed and available within a few business days. However, processing times may vary. When ready, your results will be delivered in a clear, easy-to-understand report. If any results suggest a potential infection, you’ll receive a call from an independent healthcare coordinator. Independent physicians are also available to answer any questions or discuss your results in detail.
Treatment Options
As part of your purchase, you have the opportunity to consult with an independent physician. If appropriate, they may be able to prescribe treatment based on your test results.
Age: 18+
Must be 18+ to order blood tests.
Collection Method
In person at a location
Test Details & What It Measures
An LDL Cholesterol test measures the level of low-density lipoprotein in your blood, commonly referred to as “bad cholesterol.” LDL carries cholesterol to your arteries, and when levels are too high, it can lead to plaque buildup along the artery walls—a condition known as atherosclerosis. Over time, this increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other forms of cardiovascular disease. This test is typically part of a full lipid panel, which also includes total cholesterol, HDL, and triglycerides.
For most adults, optimal LDL levels are less than 100 mg/dL. Levels from 100–129 mg/dL are considered near optimal, 130–159 mg/dL is borderline high, 160–189 mg/dL is high, and 190 mg/dL or above is very high. If your LDL is elevated, your healthcare provider may recommend dietary changes, exercise, or medication to help lower your risk of cardiovascular disease.
Citations
Grundy, S. M., et al. (2019). 2018 AHA/ACC Guidelines on the management of blood cholesterol. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 73(24), e285–e350.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2018.11.003
