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MSL (HDL) Cholesterol | Laboratory research

Known as: MSL (HDL) Cholesterol Laboratory research
SKU: 1074

13.50

Study material: Venous blood
Response time (working day): 1
The test is done on an empty stomach: Yes
Home call service: Yes
Country: Georgia

General Information

HDL – high-density lipoprotein (so-called "good cholesterol"), Synthesized when it enters the liver and bloodstream, it is mainly composed of apoprotein (a protein on the surface of lipoprotein that regulates lipoprotein metabolism). The main function of HDL is to bind and transport excess cholesterol from extrahepatic (outer liver) tissues to the liver for further excretion into the bile. Along with LDL, HDL is involved in maintaining cellular cholesterol levels. Because of its ability to bind and remove cholesterol, HDL is called an anti-atherogenic factor because it prevents the development of atherosclerosis, hence patients with high levels of HDL have a lower risk of developing atherosclerosis.

When should we take the test?

  • Atherosclerosis and diseases of the cardiovascular system;
  • Liver disease.

The test is prescribed by a doctor.

Possible interpretation of the results

Elevated HDL levels:

  • Hyper-alpha lipoproteinemia;
  • Hypo-beta lipoproteinemia;
  • Chronic liver disease;
  • Prolonged and intense physical activity;
  • Moderate alcohol consumption;
  • Insulin treatment.

Reduced HDL levels:

  • Hereditary hypo-alpha lipoproteinemia;
  • Apo AI and Apo C-III deficiency;
  • Hypertriglyceridemia
  • Hereditary hypertriglyceridemia;
  • Hepatocellular pathology, cholestasis;
  • Chronic kidney disease, uremia, nephrotic syndrome;
  • Anemias and chronic myeloproliferative diseases;
  • diabetes;
  • Hunger and anorexia;
  • Smoking; V
  • Stress;
  • Acute myocardial infarction, stroke;
  • surgery;
  • Trauma;
  • Obesity.

Additional information

How to prepare for the test?

  • Follow an unchanged diet for 3 weeks before testing;
  • Maintain a constant weight;
  • Do not eat for 12-14 hours before testing. You can only get water and black coffee without sugar;
  • Do not drink alcohol for 72 hours before testing;

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