Lipid profile
A lipid profile or lipid panel is a panel of blood tests used to find abnormalities in blood lipid ( such as cholesterol and triglycerides) concentrations. The results of this test can identify certain genetic diseases and can determine approximate risks for cardiovascular disease, certain forms of pancreatitis, and other diseases.
| Lipid profile | |
|---|---|
| MeSH | - |
| MedlinePlus | 003491 |
| eMedicine | - |
| LOINC | 24331-1, 57698-3 |
Lipid panels are usually ordered as part of a physical exam, along with other panels such as the complete blood count (CBC) and basic metabolic panel (BMP).
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