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Triglycerides - Serum

Q: How is the blood sample taken?

To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. Needle is inserted into the vein of the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.

Q: What are the conditions that cause high triglyceride level?

Some of the conditions that cause high triglyceride levels are uncontrolled diabetes, Kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, some medication.

Q: What does lipid profile measure?

Lipid profile usually contain cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, etc.

Q: What causes high triglycerides?

Cause may include unhealthy life style, obesity, genetics, uncontrolled diabetes, kidney disease, underactive thyroid, some drugs like steroids and birth control pills, etc.

Also Known as Triglyceride Level Test, Triglycerides Test

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TRIGLYCERIDES - SERUM
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About

SAMPLE TYPE

BLOOD

GENDER

Both

AGE GROUP

Above 10 years

This test is intended to measures the amount of triglycerides in the person’s blood. Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipids) found in the body. The body stores calories that it doesn’t use right away as triglycerides and they circulate in the body to produce energy for the muscles. Elevated triglyceride levels are a risk factor for atherosclerosis, this build-up of plaque may lead to narrowing of arteries and may lead to a heart attack, stroke, and peripheral artery disease. This test is usually advised for people with hypertension, heart diseases, obesity, sedentary lifestyle and for people with diabetes, kidney, liver or thyroid problems. This test is also advised for people who are undergoing treatment with anti-cholesterol medication to monitor the effectiveness of the treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How is the blood sample taken?
To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. Needle is inserted into the vein of the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.
What are the conditions that cause high triglyceride level?
Some of the conditions that cause high triglyceride levels are uncontrolled diabetes, Kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, some medication.
What does lipid profile measure?
Lipid profile usually contain cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, etc.
What causes high triglycerides?
Cause may include unhealthy life style, obesity, genetics, uncontrolled diabetes, kidney disease, underactive thyroid, some drugs like steroids and birth control pills, etc.

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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results