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    What Is an HDL Cholesterol Test?

    The HDL cholesterol test measures the level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in your blood. As the "good cholesterol," HDL is essential for removing excess cholesterol from your system and carrying it to the liver for breakdown and disposal. It also contributes to various other health benefits, such as strengthening cells, reducing inflammation, combating oxidative stress, preventing blood clots, and supporting cardiovascular health. This test is typically part of a more comprehensive lipid profile, which measures other types of fats in the blood, including LDL ("bad" cholesterol) and triglycerides.

    Maintaining healthy HDL levels is crucial for balancing cholesterol in the body. If you're concerned about your heart health, taking an HDL cholesterol test in Delhi can provide valuable insights, enabling you to take steps to reduce the risk of heart disease and improve your overall health.

    HDL Cholesterol Test Parameters

    The HDL cholesterol test evaluates a single factor: the amount of HDL cholesterol in your blood. Cholesterol is moved from the liver to the bloodstream, where lipoproteins deliver it to the cells for vital functions such as building cell membranes and producing hormones. If cholesterol levels exceed the body’s needs, it may build up in the blood, leading to plaque formation in the arteries (atherosclerosis). Abnormal HDL levels, whether too low or unusually high, can increase the risk of heart disease or indicate underlying health issues.

    HDL Cholesterol Test Preparation

    When considering an HDL Cholesterol test in Delhi, remember the following:

    • Prerequisites

    You do not need to fast before the test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    The test can be performed at any time during the day.

    • Who Should Get an HDL Cholesterol Test

    An HDL cholesterol test is typically part of regular health evaluations. The frequency depends on your age, health history, and risk factors. You may need more frequent tests if you are at higher risk of heart disease, which could be due to:

    • Type 2 diabetes

    • Smoking

    • Being overweight or obese

    • Lack of exercise

    • A diet rich in saturated fats

    • A family history of cardiovascular problems

    • High blood pressure

    • Cautions Before Taking an HDL Test

    There are no specific precautions required before undergoing the test.

    Why Take the HDL Cholesterol Test?

    An HDL Cholesterol test in Delhi helps to

    • Evaluate Heart Health : The test helps gauge your risk of heart disease and stroke by checking HDL cholesterol levels. When combined with other lipid panel tests, it offers a complete view of your cardiovascular health.

    • Monitor Risk Factors : This test is especially helpful for those with a family history of heart disease or other risk factors, providing ongoing monitoring to help manage health risks.

    • Prevent Future Complications : Regular testing of HDL cholesterol helps identify early signs of potential heart problems, giving you the opportunity to make lifestyle adjustments to reduce the risk of heart disease in the future.

    FAQs on the HDL Cholesterol Test in Delhi

    An HDL Cholesterol test in Delhi is priced at ₹ 240. Home sample collection is included and will be completed within 60 minutes after booking, depending on availability.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides home sample collection for the HDL Cholesterol test. The sample will be collected from your home within 60 minutes of booking, subject to availability of the time slots.

    The HDL Cholesterol test measures the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in your blood. It helps in evaluating the risk of heart disease, monitoring cholesterol levels over time, and assisting in lifestyle adjustments to improve heart health.

    No, Fasting is not necessary before undergoing an HDL Cholesterol test in Delhi.

    Booking Process for the HDL Cholesterol Test:

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

    • Confirm the Booking : Select the test, check all relevant details, enter your location, and choose a convenient time for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection : A certified eMedic will visit your home to collect the sample at the chosen time.

    • Laboratory Testing : The sample will be sent to a qualified laboratory for processing.

    • Get Your Results : The report will be delivered via email or WhatsApp within 6 hours, and you can also access it through the app.

    The ideal level of HDL Cholesterol should be greater than 50 mg/dL.

    After booking, home sample collection will take place within 60 minutes, and your results will be available online within 6 hours.

    The frequency of the HDL Cholesterol test depends on your doctor’s recommendations based on your specific health condition.

    The HDL Cholesterol test measures the level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in the blood.

    Orange Health offers the fastest HDL Cholesterol test across Delhi, with the convenience of home sample collection, so you don't have to visit a physical laboratory. Localities served in Delhi include but are not limited to Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, Defence Colony, Dwarka, Greater Kailash, Green Park, Hauz Khas, Janakpuri, Rajouri Garden, Rohini, Safdarjung Enclave, Shahdara, South Extension, Kalkaji, Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar, Malviya Nagar, Mayur Vihar, Nehru Place, Preet Vihar, and Vasant Kunj.

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    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/