Extended Lipid Profile in Bangalore
Understanding Extended Lipid Profile in Bangalore
What is Extended Lipid Profile in Bangalore?
Extended Lipid Profile is a comprehensive panel of tests that evaluates the level of lipids in your blood. This package is quite helpful when it comes to assessing your cardiac profile and risk of developing any heart disease in the near future, thereby helping you make informed decisions about your health. You can order this test as a routine check-up or to trace the progress of your treatment. This package is quite beneficial for patients with known risk factors or with a family history of cardiovascular events. This package includes Lipid profile, Homocysteine, hs-CRP, lipoprotein A, and Apolipoprotein B & A1.
What does Extended Lipid Profile measure?
Contains 14 testsLipid Profile
A Lipid Profile assesses the level of specific fat molecules called lipids in the blood and helps determine the risk of heart ailments. This test determines the amount of different types of lipids, including total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, and triglycerides. Lipids play a pivotal role in the functioning of the body. They are crucial components of the cell membranes and hormones, provide cushioning, and are a storehouse of energy. Any alterations in the lipid levels may lead to potential heart ailments, making their monitoring crucial.
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This further contains
- Non HDL Cholesterol
- Cholesterol - HDL
- Very Low Density Lipoprotein
- Total Cholesterol/HDL Cholesterol Ratio
- LDL/HDL Ratio
- Cholesterol - LDL
- Triglycerides
- Cholesterol - Total
hsCRP (High Sensitive CRP)
An hsCRP (High Sensitive CRP) test is a state-of-the-art biochemical marker to predict potential risks of future diseases. This test is more sensitive than the standard CRP test and can also detect lower CRP levels in the blood. Its accuracy in predicting cardiovascular issues, autoimmune disorders, and other health issues makes it an excellent test to detect asymptomatic conditions with limited diagnosis.
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Lipoprotein A
A Lipoprotein A test measures the amount of lipoprotein A (Lp-A) particles in your blood. Lipoprotein A is a mixture of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and a protein called apolipoprotein A. Lp-A levels are largely determined by genetics. Lp-A levels are not significantly affected by diet, exercise, or lifestyle changes, unlike other types of cholesterol. That is why testing for Lp-A is essential, particularly for individuals with a strong family history of cardiovascular (heart or blood vessel) disease. This test can help identify individuals who are at high risk, enabling early intervention to prevent future complications.
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Serum Homocysteine
A Serum Homocysteine measures your blood levels of homocysteine that serves in the body as an intermediate in the metabolism of methionine and cysteine. Methionine is an essential amino acid and antioxidant that synthesizes proteins. Cysteine is a nonessential amino acid synthesized from methionine. It reduces inflammation, increases communication between immune cells, and increases liver health.
The human body generally has low levels of homocysteine. This is because our body uses vitamins B12, B6, and folic acid (also called folate or vitamin B9) to break down homocysteine rapidly, convert it into other compounds, and transport it to our body. However, high levels can damage blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attacks, damage to arteries, and brain stroke.
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Apolipoproteins A1 & B Serum
This further contains
- Apolipoprotein - A1
- Apolipoprotein - B
- Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio