If you have not had a blood fat profile run, consider having one done at your next visit to your doctor. Then ask your doctor how often you should have this profile repeated. Discuss the results of each test with your doctor or other designated healthcare professional. The following information is provided to help you understand the blood fat profile. As your total cholesterol increases above 200, so does your risk of developing heart disease.
Lipoproteins are packages of fat, cholesterol, and protein.
HDLs contain more protein and less fat and cholesterol than LDLs. LDLs carry most of the cholesterol in the blood. Actually, LDLs are essential. A high level of LDLs increases your risk of developing heart disease. A high HDL level tends to remove cholesterol from the arteries, helping to lessen your risk of heart disease.