Lipid Panel Blood Test: Cholesterol, Triglycerides & Cardiovascular Risk Assessment

What Is a Lipid Panel?

A lipid panel is a group of blood tests measuring different fats (lipids) to assess cardiovascular risk and monitor conditions like diabetes and liver disease.

Components

• Total cholesterol
• LDL ("bad") cholesterol
• HDL ("good") cholesterol
• Triglycerides
• Sometimes other lipid-related measurements.

Results help guide prevention and treatment strategies for heart disease, stroke, and metabolic disorders.