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What is serum profile?
Serum profiles are those serial studies performed in order to know the immunological and sanitary status of a farm. Serum profiles are based on the detection of circulating antibodies.
What is lipid profile serum?
Serum lipid profile is measured for cardiovascular risk prediction and has now become almost a routine test. The test includes four basic parameters: total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. It is usually done in fasting blood specimen.
What is serum status?
A person’s serum cholesterol level represents the amount of total cholesterol in their blood. A person’s serum cholesterol level comprises the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and triglycerides in the blood.
Why lipid profile test is done?
why get tested? The lipid profile test is needed to check for dyslipidaemia symptoms, it is also carried out to check adults and children who are risk prone to high blood cholesterol value and triglycerides. This happens because of development of diabetes, high blood pressure or a heart disease.
Is serum cholesterol good or bad?
Measuring your LDL (“bad” cholesterol), HDL (“good” cholesterol), and triglycerides will give you a number called your total blood cholesterol, or serum cholesterol. Your serum cholesterol levels can help your doctor figure out your risk for developing heart disease in the next 10 years.
What should I avoid before a cholesterol test?
A person should follow their doctor’s recommendation regarding fasting. In cases where a doctor does recommend fasting before a cholesterol test, this often means that the person must refrain from all food and drink except water for 9–12 hours before the test.
What cholesterol level is normal?
Cholesterol levels for adults Total cholesterol levels less than 200 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) are considered desirable for adults. A reading between 200 and 239 mg/dL is considered borderline high and a reading of 240 mg/dL and above is considered high. LDL cholesterol levels should be less than 100 mg/dL.
How can I lower my serum cholesterol?
A few changes in your diet can reduce cholesterol and improve your heart health:
- Reduce saturated fats. Saturated fats, found primarily in red meat and full-fat dairy products, raise your total cholesterol.
- Eliminate trans fats.
- Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
- Increase soluble fiber.
- Add whey protein.
Which Dal is good for cholesterol?
Green Gram Dal/Moong Dal Lowers cholesterol levels and reduces the risk of heart disease. A healthy protein for diabetes that helps in regulating blood sugar levels and good for all weight watchers.