LetsGetChecked - Diabetes and Heart Blood Spot Test Kit

The LetsGetChecked Diabetes and Heart Blood Spot Test Kit includes Cholesterol, HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein), LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein), HDL % of Total Cholesterol, % of Hemoglobin A1c, and Total Triglycerides. Get 25% off today with our exclusive discount code WALKINLAB.

Test Code: LGC1008

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Methodology:

Specimen Type: Finger Prick

Preparation:

The sample must be collected fasted before 10 am on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday and returned on the same day. Fasting means that you collect the sample in the morning before you have breakfast. You can still drink water when fasting. Always follow the advice of your physician with regards to fasting, particularly if you have an underlying medical condition.

Test Results:

2-5 business days once the lab receives the specimen. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Details:

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Description

Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a waxy lipid produced in the liver and found in every cell of the body. There are two main types of cholesterol, one is in the form of HDL (high-density cholesterol) and LDL (low-density cholesterol).

HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)

HDL is known as “good cholesterol”. HDL transports excess bad cholesterol to your liver to be expelled from the body.

LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein)

LDL is known as “bad cholesterol”. LDL transports cholesterol to various parts of your body. It may build up in the arteries causing them to become hard and narrow.

HDL % of Total Cholesterol

The HDL % of total cholesterol refers to the amount of "good cholesterol" in the body which can combat low-density lipoproteins or "bad cholesterol". The higher you HDL % of total cholesterol, the better.

% of Hemoglobin A1c

The % of Hemoglobin A1c refers to the amount of glycated hemoglobin in the blood. Glycated hemoglobin is red blood cells that have glucose attached to them. An A1c between 5.7-6.4% signals prediabetes. Type 2 diabetes is diagnosed when A1c is over 6.5%

Total Triglycerides

Triglycerides are the most common form of fats in the body, Excess calories, alcohol, and sugars in the body are converted to triglycerides and stored in the body as fat.

High cholesterol has no signs or symptoms, so it's important to get your cholesterol levels regularly checked.

Symptoms of type 1 and type 2 diabetes may include:

Urinating more than ten times a day
Persistent thirst
Feeling hungry even though you are eating a recommended calorie intake each day
Chronic fatigue
Dry eyes or blurred vision
Dry mouth or tongue
Itchy skin
Unexpected weight loss (type 1 Diabetes)
Pain or numbness in the hands (type 2 Diabetes)

You should consider taking this test if:

You have a strong family history of heart disease
You have a first-degree relative who has suffered a heart attack, cardiac stents, a stroke or has undergone bypass surgery
You are overweight or obese
You drink alcohol and smoke frequently
You lead a sedentary lifestyle
You suffer from diabetes, kidney disease, polycystic ovary syndrome or an underactive thyroid gland
You have diabetes type 1 or type 2
You have a family history of diabetes
You are presenting with symptoms of diabetes

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