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    What is Triglycerides (TGL) Test?

    The Triglycerides test measures the amount of triglyceride fat in your bloodstream, which serves as a primary source of energy for the body. After eating, surplus calories—especially from fats and carbs—are converted into triglycerides and stored in fat cells. When energy is needed, hormones release these triglycerides to provide fuel for muscles and other organs. These triglycerides are mainly sourced from the fats you eat, but the body also produces them by converting excess carbohydrates and sugars. This test is important for evaluating how effectively your body processes and stores the energy from food. If you consume more calories than you burn, your triglyceride levels may rise. High levels often show no immediate symptoms but can be damaging to your arteries, heightening the chances of heart attack, stroke, or even pancreatitis. This test is especially valuable for assessing risks related to cardiovascular diseases and other vascular conditions like peripheral arterial disease.

    With modern stress, diet, and lifestyle factors contributing to increased cardiovascular risk, tests like the Triglycerides Test in Mumbai can help detect these risks early and encourage proactive measures for better heart health.

    Triglycerides (TGL) Test Parameters

    The TGL test focuses on measuring triglyceride levels in the blood, which are fats that serve as an energy source for the body. High triglycerides indicate a lipid imbalance and may occur independently or alongside other lipid disorders such as elevated total cholesterol or low HDL cholesterol, or as a component of metabolic syndrome. Elevated triglyceride levels are widespread, affecting approximately one in four adults. A range of factors, such as specific health conditions, medication use, genetics, and lifestyle, can increase the likelihood of having high triglycerides.

    Triglycerides (TGL) Test Preparation

    Before opting for the Triglycerides test, consider the following:

    • Prerequisites : The Triglycerides test does not require any fasting beforehand.

    • Best Time to Get Tested : You can take the test at any time of day, as it is not time sensitive.

    • Who Should Get a Triglycerides Test : Your doctor may suggest a lipid profile that includes a triglycerides test during a routine health check. If you are being treated for high cholesterol or triglycerides, the test is useful for assessing how well your treatment is working.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Triglycerides Test : No special preparations are needed before the TGL test.

    Why Take the Triglycerides (TGL) Test?

    The triglyceride test is commonly performed during routine checkups and for those undergoing treatment for high cholesterol. You may also need this test if you fall into any of the following high-risk categories:

    • Have poor dietary habits or a sedentary lifestyle

    • Suffer from diabetes or high blood pressure

    • Have a family history of early heart disease (before 55 in men, 65 in women)

    • Are a smoker or have obesity

    • Are aged 45 or older for males or 50 or older for females

    If you're in these groups, it may be necessary to undergo more frequent testing.

    There are established guidelines for triglyceride testing based on factors like age and family history. These are the key recommendations:

    Ages 2 to 19 :

    • Begin testing between the ages of 9 and 11, every five years.

    • Start as early as 2 years if there’s a family history of high cholesterol or heart disease.

    Ages 20 and Older :

    • Every 5 years for males (20-45) and females (20-55).

    • Every 1-2 years for males 45+ and females 55+.

    • Annually for those over 65.

    FAQs on Triglycerides (TGL) Test in Mumbai

    The Triglycerides test in Mumbai costs ₹ 270. This includes home sample collection within 60 and results delivered in 6 hours.

    Yes, Orange Health offers free home sample collection for the Triglycerides test. Samples are collected within 60 minutes after booking, subject to slot availability.

    The Triglycerides test measures blood fat levels, aiding in the evaluation of heart disease, stroke, and other vascular risks, while monitoring overall cardiovascular health.

    No fasting is necessary for this test.

    Booking a Triglycerides test is simple:

    • Search for the Test : Locate the Triglycerides test on Orange Health’s website.

    • Confirm Details: Choose the test, review the prerequisites, add your location, and schedule a sample collection time.

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

    • Testing Process: Samples are analysed at ICMR-approved and NABL-certified labs.

    • Receive Reports: Access test reports through email, WhatsApp, or the Orange Health app within 6 hours.

    Normal triglyceride levels are less than 150 mg/dL. Levels above this threshold may signal health risks.

    Reports are available within 6 hours after a sample collection, which occurs within 60 minutes of booking.

    Frequency depends on your doctor’s guidance and health status.

    This test focuses solely on measuring triglyceride levels in your blood.

    Orange Health offers the fastest Triglycerides test across Mumbai, with the convenience of home sample collection, so you don't have to visit a physical laboratory. Localities in Mumbai include but are not limited to Colaba, Nariman Point, Marine Drive, Malabar Hill, Churchgate, Worli, Dadar, Parel, Byculla, Bandra, Andheri, Juhu, Ghatkopar, Powai, Chembur, Vashi, Belapur, Santacruz, Khar, Versova, Lokhandwala, Goregaon, Borivali, Kandivali, Mulund, Bhandup, Kurla.

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    References

    1. Triglycerides test [Internet].  Available from:  https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/triglycerides-test/#:~:text=A%20triglycerides%20test%20is%20used,the%20risk%20of%20heart%20disease
    2. Triglycerides [Internet].  Available from:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/11117-triglycerides