If you are concerned about your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, you’ll usually get a specific blood test to look at your cholesterol levels to see where things stand. At least, that’s how ...

Very high levels are even more dangerous than better-known risks for heart-attack and stroke. “In individuals who don’t have ...

The American Heart Association is now recommending a new additional test for cholesterol -- which can be a key indicator for ...

High cholesterol is appearing earlier in life. Early screening can catch silent risks before symptoms emerge. A supplementary ...

For almost 60 years, measuring cholesterol levels in the blood has been the best way to identify individuals at high risk of cardiovascular disease. In a new study, led by Chalmers University of ...

Cholesterol is a form of fat we need. It helps make the outer membranes of our bodies' cells stable. But for decades, doctors have known that people with high total cholesterol levels are more likely ...

There’s a more accurate way of measuring who’s at risk for cholesterol-related health issues. So why don’t more doctors use ...

You’ve likely heard plenty about LDL (“bad”) and HDL (“good”) cholesterol. But there’s another heart-health marker worth knowing: ApoB. This lesser-known blood test can offer a more accurate picture ...

“Bad,” or LDL, cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and most people are screened for it as part of their yearly physicals. There’s another marker in the blood that may be a better ...

Routine blood tests cannot fully guarantee heart safety as hidden arterial plaques may rupture causing heart attacks.

Sycamore Pain & Wellness will offer discounted health screenings on June 4th, including blood pressure, blood sugar, and lipid panel tests for $25, with an additional A1c test available for $10.