Orange Health
Search for tests or checkups
 Tests
 Checkups
Support
    HDL Cholesterol31224023% off
    trust markerMins HomeCollection
    trust markerHappyCustomers
    trust markerGoogleRating
    trust markerCertifiedLabs

    What Is an HDL Cholesterol Test?

    The HDL cholesterol test measures the level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in your blood. Known as "good cholesterol," HDL helps remove excess cholesterol from the blood and carries it to the liver for breakdown and removal. It also has other functions such as strengthening cells, reducing inflammation, fighting oxidants, preventing blood clots, and supporting heart health. This test is usually part of a broader lipid profile test, which checks different types of fats in the blood, including LDL ("bad" cholesterol) and triglycerides. Healthy HDL levels are important because they help maintain a healthy cholesterol balance in the blood.

    If you are concerned about your heart health, getting an HDL Cholesterol test in Bangalore can provide valuable insights to help you take active steps to prevent possible heart diseases. It’s a simple step towards keeping your heart healthy and improving your overall well-being.

    HDL Cholesterol Test Parameters

    The HDL Cholesterol test measures only one parameter: the amount of HDL cholesterol present in your blood sample. Cholesterol travels from the liver to the bloodstream, where lipoproteins deliver it to the cells for essential functions like building cell membranes and producing hormones. However, when cholesterol levels exceed the body’s needs, it can accumulate in the blood, increasing the risk of plaque buildup in artery walls (atherosclerosis). Having abnormal HDL levels means your "good" cholesterol is either too low or unusually high, which may increase the risk of heart disease or signal underlying medical conditions.

    HDL Cholesterol Test Preparation

    Before opting for an HDL Cholesterol test in Bangalore, consider the following points:

    • Prerequisites

    Fasting is not required before undergoing an HDL Cholesterol test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    You can get tested at any time throughout the day.

    • Who Should Get an HDL Cholesterol Test

    An HDL cholesterol test is often included in routine health check-ups. The frequency of testing depends on factors like your age, family and personal health history, and risk factors. You may need more frequent testing if you're at a higher risk of heart disease due to:

    • Type 2 diabetes

    • Smoking

    • Overweight or obesity

    • Limited physical activity

    • A diet rich in saturated fats

    • A family history of heart conditions

    • High blood pressure

    • Cautions Before Taking an HDL Test

    There are no specific precautions to follow before getting an HDL Cholesterol test.

    Why Take the HDL Cholesterol Test?

    An HDL Cholesterol test in Bangalore helps to

    • Evaluate Heart Health: Checking HDL cholesterol levels assesses the risk of heart disease and stroke. When combined with the rest of the lipid panel, this test provides a comprehensive view of your heart health.

    • Track Risk Factors: It monitors cholesterol levels for individuals with a family history of heart disease or other risk factors.

    • Prevent Future Issues: Maintaining optimal HDL levels through early testing helps in the identification of heart health risks and enables lifestyle changes that reduce the likelihood of heart-related complications.

    FAQs on the HDL Cholesterol Test in Bangalore

    The HDL Cholesterol test in Bangalore costs ₹ 240. This includes fast home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs offers sample collection at home for the HDL Cholesterol test. A sample can be collected from your home within 60 minutes of booking, based on slot availability.

    An HDL cholesterol test is used to measure the level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in your blood, helping assess heart disease risk, monitor cholesterol levels, and guide lifestyle changes.

    No, fasting is not required before getting an HDL Cholesterol test in Bangalore.

    Steps to book the HDL Cholesterol test include:

    • Find the Test : Search for the HDL Cholesterol test in Bangalore on Orange Health’s website.

    • Review and Verify: Select the test, check the details, enter your location, and confirm the booking with your preferred time for sample collection.

    • Collection of Sample : A trained eMedic will come to your home at the scheduled time to collect your sample.

    • Laboratory Processing : The sample will be sent to an ICMR-approved, NABL-accredited laboratory for analysis.

    • Receive Results : Reports will be delivered via email or WhatsApp within 6 hours and can also be accessed through our app.

    The ideal HDL Cholesterol levels should be more than 50 mg/dL.

    After booking the test, home sample collection will happen within 60 minutes. Your results will be available online within 6 hours.

    The frequency of the HDL test depends on your doctor’s recommendation, designed for your individual health needs.

    The HDL Cholesterol test measures only one parameter: the amount of high-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood.

    Orange Health offers the fastest HDL Cholesterol test across Bangalore, with the convenience of home sample collection, so you don't have to visit a physical laboratory. Localities served in Bangalore include but are not limited to Adugodi, Banashankari, Bannerghatta, Basavanagudi, Bellandur, Bidrahalli, BTM Layout, Chamrajpet, Cottonpet, CV Raman Nagar, Domlur, Electronic City, Frazer Town, Giri Nagar, Hebbal, Hennur, Hosur, HSR Layout, Jakkur, Jalahalli, Jaya Nagar, Kadugodi, Kammanahalli, Kengeri, Koramangala, Madiwala, Magadi Road, Mahalakshmi Layout, Malleshwaram, Marathahalli, Mathikere, Mysore Road, Nagarbhavi, Nandhini Layout, Old Airport Road, Peenya, Rajaji Nagar, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, RT Nagar, Sadashivnagar, Sahakara Nagar, Sanjay Nagar, Sarjapur, Seshadripuram, Shanthi Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Sri Nagar, Tyagarajnagar, Uttarahalli, Vasanth Nagar, Vidyaranyapura, Vijaya Nagar, Whitefield, Yelahanka, and Yeshwantpur.

    The Orange Health Experience

    Choose precision
    Not a pilot, just as precise
    No more painful pricks
    Trust our fully automated and certified labs
    Customers love us

    Choose precision

    On time, every time!

    • 98% on time collections with a 60 minutes promise
    • 99% reports are delivered on time within 6 hours

    Not a pilot, just as precise

    Meet our expert eMedics!

    • Hygienic, well groomed, and professional eMedics
    • With over 100 hours of training

    No more painful pricks

    Experience painless testing!

    • Our eMedics are trained for a single, painless prick.
    • Don’t believe us? We asked our customers and here is what they said - 98% of customers experienced no pain during sample collection!
    • The most organised sample collection box and experience

    Trust our fully automated and certified labs

    For accurate testing

    • Certified labs
    • eQAS partnership with AIIMS and CMC Vellore
    • We have our own fully automated labs in all 4 cities we are available in

    Customers love us

    The highest rated lab!

    • Google rating: 4.9/5 (16000+ reviews)
    • 1 million+ customers tested
    4.9
    Google Rating

    Highest Rated Diagnostic Lab

    Payment & Refund Policy

    • We do not accept cash payments
    • All modes of online payment are accepted
    • Refunds will be credited back to the source of payment within 3 hours of order cancellation.

    References

    1. HDL Cholesterol. [Internet]. Medline Plus.  Available from:  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007810.htm
    2. HDL Cholesterol. [Internet].  Available from:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24395-hdl-cholesterol
    3. Cholesterol levels. [Internet].  Available from:  https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/cholesterol-levels/