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 | Some of you may have never gotten your cholesterol checked before, whereas some of you might be veterans when it comes to getting your cholesterol tested. In any case, it doesn't hurt to go over some of the basics. Can you grab a bite to eat before your test? Are home tests equally effective? This newsletter contains these answers -- and more. | |
What You Should Expect When Getting Your Cholesterol Checked
Even though a cholesterol test is an important tool in the fight against heart disease, getting your cholesterol checked isn't as much of a hassle as you think. A cholesterol test can be done in your home, at a health fair, or at your healthcare provider's office. The test is quick and all it involves is just a little bit of blood.
| How Often Should You Check Your Cholesterol?
Although there are recommendations that tell you how often you should get your cholesterol checked, the frequency at which you test your cholesterol will also depend on your age, your family history, and your initial cholesterol levels.
| Where Can You Get a Cholesterol Test?
There are many places you can go to get your cholesterol checked. While the most traditional place to get your cholesterol checked is in your healthcare provider's office, you have other options, too -- including the comfort of your own home.
| How to Prepare For a Cholesterol Test
There isn't much to preparing for getting your cholesterol checked. However, if you don't follow a few simple steps before your test, you could have an inaccurate result.
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