Cholesterol Screening
Understanding cholesterol testing and How to Prepare for It
WhatIsaCholesterolTest?
A cholesterol test is a procedure aimed at measuring cholesterol levels in the blood. The test results provide an indicator of the likelihood of developing heart diseases. If the test reveals high cholesterol levels, you can take steps to lower them, thereby reducing the risk of future heart problems.
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The table below illustrates the levels of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) “good” cholesterol, Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) “bad” cholesterol, and total cholesterol: |
Cholesterol readings vary from person to person depending on their health status, medical evaluation, and influencing factors such as: Smoking |
High blood pressure When Is a Cholesterol Test Conducted? |
It is usually a routine procedure requested by a doctor to determine cholesterol levels in the blood.
Cholesterol Testing Is Advised Along with other Heart Disease Risk Factors for: |
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Healthy individuals between 20–39 years old every 4-6 years. |
Healthy individuals between 40–75 years old, as routinely determined by a healthcare provider. |
240-200 |
240 |
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Annually, for those with chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes.HDL |
Risk Factors Increasing the Chances of High Blood Cholesterol: |
45-35 |
Family history of heart disease. |
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Diabetes.LDL |
High blood pressure. |
160-130 |
Obesity or overweight. |
| Lack of physical activity.HDL | A diet rich in fats. | ● |
Cholesterol Prevention Reduces the Risk of Heart and Artery Diseases |
Preventing high cholesterol can be achieved by:
- Following a healthy diet with reduced fat intake.
- Increasing fiber intake, such as vegetables and fruits.
Enhancing physical activity.
Maintaining a healthy weight.
Quitting smoking. For more details, refer to the Guide to Quitting Smoking.
- Limiting alcohol consumption.
- How to Prepare for a Cholesterol Test?
- Fast from food anddrink (except water) for 9–-12 hours.:
Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking.
- Inform your doctor about anyhealth problems you are experiencing..
- For more details on cholesterol testing andother examinations, read the Comprehensive Examination Guide.
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- قلة النشاط الحركي.
- اتباع نمط غذائي مليء بالدهون.
الوقاية من الكوليسترول تقلل الخطورة من التعرض لأمراض القلب والشرايين لذا يمكنك الوقاية من ارتفاع الكوليسترول من خلال:
- اتباع حمية غذائية صحية مع التقليل من استهلاك الدهون.
- الإكثار من الألياف مثل الخضروات، والفواكه.
- زيادة النشاط الحركي.
- المحافظة على وزن صحي.
- الإقلاع عن التدخين. لتفاصيل أكثر، إليك دليل الإقلاع عن التدخين.
- الحد من استهلاك الكحول.
كيف تستعد لتحليل الكوليسترول؟
- الصيام عن الطعام والشراب (عدا الماء) لمدة تتراوح من 9-12 ساعة.
- أخبر الطبيب عن الأدوية التي تتناولها.
- أخبر الطبيب عن المشاكل الصحية التي تعاني منها.
لتفاصيل أكثر عن فحص الكوليسترول، والفحوصات الأخرى أقرأ