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Why are LDL tests necessary?

Why are LDL tests necessary?

This testing helps inform you and your doctor about your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other health conditions.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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What can happen if your cholesterol is sky high?

If your cholesterol is sky high then there can be a fatty deposit which can develop in the arteries. Sometimes these fatty deposits can also form clots which can result in stroke and other fatal consequences.

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What are the main causes of high cholesterol?

The most common cause of high cholesterol is an unhealthy lifestyle. This includes unhealthy eating habits, such as eating lots of bad fats. One type, saturated fat, is found in some meats, dairy products, chocolate, baked goods, and deep-fried and processed foods

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Why is venous blood most preferred for testing?

Yes, venous blood is more preferred for testing.

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What causes atherosclerosis?

Atherosclerosis is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Risk factors may include high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity, physical activity, and eating saturated fats.

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Why does Atherosclerosis not occur in veins?

Atherosclerosis occurs mostly in the arteries, but rarely in the veins. This is attributed to differences in the anatomical structure of arteries and veins

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