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High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)

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HDL cholesterol helps maintain cardiovascular health by transporting cholesterol away from arteries and back to the liver, where it is processed and eliminated. High HDL levels are linked to reduced heart disease risk, while low levels increase susceptibility to atherosclerosis. The HDL test is used to assess the protective component of blood lipids and evaluate overall heart risk.

Heart & Cholesterol Health

High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)

Test Code: MTC00512

HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is the "good" cholesterol that carries excess cholesterol from the blood to the liver for removal, protecting the heart and vessels.

Sample Type

Blood

Preparation

Fasting 12 Hours

TAT Turnaround time (TAT)

Results within 4Hours

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It helps assess cardiovascular protection against fat buildup.

Low HDL increases the risk of atherosclerosis.

High HDL may result from exercise or genetics.

It can be raised by physical activity, quitting smoking, and eating healthy fats.

HDL counteracts LDL’s harmful effects.

Smoking significantly lowers HDL.

Sedentary lifestyle, obesity, and poor diet reduce HDL.

It removes cholesterol from arteries, preventing plaque buildup.

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