Lab Testing

Product Description

Please note, this test is performed by LabCorp and will not require a physical test kit to complete your draw. DHA Laboratory will send you a list of local LabCorp Patient Service Centers, patient prep instructions and a requisition form via email. Please print the requisition form and bring that in with you to LabCorp to complete your draw. If you have any questions about the tests, the testing process, or need help with your lab order at any time, please feel free to contact DHA Laboratory at T: (847) 222-9546 / E: info@dhalab.com

**Note: All laboratory testing requires an authorizing physician. DHA Laboratory offers a patient direct program that partners you with an authorizing physician. If you have any additional questions regarding the availability of testing, please contact our laboratory by telephone or email.**

Sample Type: Serum

Turnaround Time: 1 Week

Performing Laboratory: LabCorp

The Lipid Panel includes: Cholesterol Total, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides and VLDL Cholesterol. This test is used to monitor hyperlipidemia as an indicator to coronary artery disease. This test can be used to guide practitioners regarding what treatment is best for patients who have borderline or high risk of heart disease. HDL particles are involved in the process of removing excess cholesterol and transporting it to the liver for removal. LDL particles deposit extra cholesterol in the walls of blood vessels. Because of this, HDL particles are known as “good cholesterol” and LDL particles are known as “bad cholesterol”.

Patient Preparation: Patients should be on a stable diet for 2-3 weeks prior to collection of blood. A fasting specimen is preferred, but not required. Patients can fast for 12 hours prior to specimen collection.