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A lipid profile is also known as lipid panel or coronary risk panel or cholesterol panel or lipid test. It measures the levels of lipids such as low density lipoproteins (LDL), high density lipoproteins (HDL), very low density lipoproteins (VLDL), cholesterol, triglycerides, total cholesterol, non high density lipoprotein cholesterol, and cholesterol/HDL ratio in the blood. It helps to screen and monitor the risk factors of heart (cardiovascular) diseases. 
 The lipid profile test is done: 
 &bull; To screen for any kind of heart conditions or diseases &bull; To evaluate levels of different types of cholesterol in the blood in persons having risk factors of heart diseases such as having a family history of high cholesterol or heart attack, overweight, diabetes, smoking, and old age &bull; To assess the risk of developing heart conditions or diseases &bull; To monitor the treatment of ongoing heart conditions or diseases

LDL stands for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. The Direct LDL test helps to determine the risk of developing heart disease. It also helps to monitor the ongoing treatment of heart diseases. It determines the levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. 
 The Direct LDL test is done: 
 &bull; In case of high levels of triglycerides &bull; In case of conditions that affect the accuracy of calculated levels of LDL.

The platelet count helps to determine the number of platelets in the blood. It helps to screen, diagnose, or monitor the conditions that affect the number of platelets. 
 The platelet count is done: 
 &bull; As a part of complete blood count &bull; In case of unexplained or prolonged bleeding &bull; In cases of symptoms which could be due to platelet disorder

Electrolytes serum test helps to detect if there is an imbalance in electrolyte levels. Electrolytes are the minerals that are essential for body's metabolism, for proper functioning of the nerve and muscle, for maintenance of blood pH, and water balance. 
 The Electrolyte serum test is done: 
 &bull; As a part of routine health check-up &bull; To detect imbalance of electrolyte levels &bull; To detect acid-base imbalance

Alanine aminotransferase test is also known as SGPT test which stands for serum glutamic pyruvic-transaminase test. It helps to screen for liver damage and helps to diagnose liver disease. 
 The alanine aminotransferase test is done: 
 &bull; As a part of a comprehensive metabolic panel &bull; In case of symptoms of the liver disorder such as pain in the abdomen, nausea, vomiting, jaundice

The Sodium test helps to determine the levels of sodium. It helps to diagnose the cause of imbalance in levels of electrolytes. It helps to monitor the ongoing treatment for abnormal sodium levels. 
 The Sodium serum test is done: 
 &bull; As a routine health check-up &bull; In dehydration &bull; In case of blood pressure problems &bull; In case of edema

The IgE (Total) test is also known as the Quantitative IgE test. It helps in the screening of allergic disease. It is sometimes used to screen parasitic infections as well. 
 The IgE (Total) test is done: 
 &bull; In case of allergies &bull; In cases of signs and symptoms that suggest allergies &bull; In case of a parasitic infection

Calcium, serum test is also known as total calcium or ionized calcium test. This test helps to screen for, diagnose, and monitor a range of medical conditions. 
 The Calcium, serum test is done: 
 &bull; As a part of a routine metabolic panel &bull; In case of symptoms of disorders of kidneys, bones, thyroid, parathyroid, or nerves &bull; In case of symptoms of increased or decreased calcium concentrations &bull; To monitor the levels of ionized calcium &bull; To evaluate the effectiveness of treatment for abnormal calcium levels