The Extended Lipid Profile test is available at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, which is also a NABL- and NABH-accredited diagnostic centre. This blood test measures various types of fats (lipids) in the blood, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. It gives more information about lipid levels and a wider view of the risk for heart disease and cardiovascular conditions.

What is Extended Lipid Profile?

An Extended Lipid Profile is a blood test performed on a sample of blood serum that is used to examine the blood levels of chemicals or lipids (or fats). Can measure non-HDL cholesterol as well as total cholesterol and non-HDL cholesterol subcomponents including the HDL and LDL, triglycerides, and VLDL cholesterol (VLDL is dependent on need for patient). These provide the physician with some indication of the amount of cholesterol or other fats that are present in the bloodstream. The occurrence of abnormal lipids might help increase the risk of atherosclerosis, heart disease, and stroke.

Conditions Evaluated

Dyslipidaemia

Dyslipidaemia is a condition of having levels of cholesterol and/or triglycerides in the blood that are not normal. This can be due to high LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, or high triglycerides. An extended lipid profile may be useful to evaluate these abnormalities.

Atherosclerosis

Fats that are deposited within the artery walls constrict or harden the artery, and this results in the formation of atherosclerosis. All of these can be caused by abnormal lipid levels, which exacerbate the risk of cardiovascular problems.

Coronary Artery Disease

CAD occurs if the blood that flows into the heart is reduced or stopped due to narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries. To a doctor, a blood test of lipids can be helpful to assess one factor that makes this the case.

Hypercholesterolaemia

Hypercholesterolaemia is the term used to describe high levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream or circulation. In people who have the test, it can be used to track their treatment, and it's possible to use the test to look at different kinds of cholesterol.

Hypertriglyceridaemia

Triglyceride blood levels that are too high are called hypertriglyceridaemia. They may occur in conjunction with diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic disorders. The profile is used by doctors as part of their general health check-up to assess these levels.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy integrates one-stop services in the disciplines of Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Pathology. We have proper systems for handling serum samples and standardized procedures and quality assurance at various stages of testing in our laboratory. We work closely and accurately on reporting; provide reliable diagnostic support, are patient-oriented, and help doctors make well-informed decisions about cardiovascular health.

Book Your Extended Lipid Profile Test

If you would like to have Extended Lipid Profile testing, please contact our centre. Specific guidelines are given on the day of the test. Bring your prescription and previous lipid profile reports to assist in evaluation and comparing results.