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Published: 11 Jun 2024


Complete Metabolic Panel

* Measures blood glucose levels
* Lipid panel assesses cholesterol levels, including:
* HDL (good cholesterol)
* LDL (bad cholesterol)
* Monitors important electrolytes and minerals:
* Iron
* Calcium
* Potassium

Vitamin D-25 Hydroxy

* Tests levels of vitamin D, crucial for overall health
* Active form of vitamin D in the kidneys

Lipid Panel (Lipoprotein Panel)

* Indicates heart disease risk by measuring blood levels of:
* Total cholesterol
* LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol)
* HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol)
* Triglycerides

Normal Ranges for Lipid Profile:

* Total Cholesterol:
* Normal: < 200 mg/dL
* Borderline high: 200-239 mg/dL
* High: ≥ 240 mg/dL
* LDL Cholesterol:
* Optimal: < 100 mg/dL (for individuals with diabetes or heart disease)
* Near-optimal: 100-129 mg/dL
* Borderline high: 130-159 mg/dL
* High: 160-189 mg/dL
* Very high: ≥ 190 mg/dL
* HDL Cholesterol:
* Desirable: ≥ 40 mg/dL
* Triglycerides:
* Normal: < 150 mg/dL
* Borderline high: 150-199 mg/dL
* High: 200-499 mg/dL
* Very high: ≥ 500 mg/dL