Diabetes Risk (HbA1c) & Cholesterol Test

Service Description

People with diabetes have an increased risk of heart disease. We made it easy to get answers about your risk for diabetes and heart disease with the Diabetes Risk (HbA1c) & Cholesterol Test. The HgbA1c (hemoglobin A1c) test is a simple blood sugar test that measures your average blood sugar level over an extended period (8-12 weeks). The Cholesterol test measures your LDL “bad” cholesterol, HDL “good” cholesterol, VLDL, total cholesterol, and triglycerides. Lipids (also known as fatty substances) can tell you a lot about the state of your overall health. For example, high levels of “bad” or LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol can build up in the walls of your arteries and increase your risk for heart disease; however, high levels of “good” or HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol can actually reduce your risk by removing excess LDL from the body. Maintaining healthy cholesterol and glucose levels helps keep your heart healthy and can lower your chances of getting heart disease or having a stroke. This test package gives you the results you need from the lab healthcare providers trust most, so you can take control of your health.