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Total Cholesterol Test
Are you interested in knowing more about your heart health? Choose the Total Cholesterol Test to measure the total amount of cholesterol in your blood, which may help identify your risk of developing cardiovascular problems like heart disease and stroke.
$39.00
+ $6.00 Physician Service Fee
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What
This test measures total cholesterol, which is the sum of low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad”) cholesterol and high-density lipoprotein (HDL, or “good”) cholesterol.
Who
Must be 18+ years of age to purchase
Orders not permitted in: AK, HI, AZ
How
Type of samples to be collected:
Blood (venipuncture—a needle is used to draw blood from a vein)
Blood (venipuncture—a needle is used to draw blood from a vein)
Schedule an appointment, then visit one of our Patient Service Centers.
About the Test
The Total Cholesterol Test measures the total amount of cholesterol content in your blood based on your LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL (good cholesterol) levels. High levels of LDL cholesterol in your blood may cause a buildup of fatty deposits in your arteries, which reduces blood flow. HDL cholesterol helps carry away LDL cholesterol while keeping your arteries open and allowing for blood to flow more freely. Too much cholesterol in your blood may damage arteries and blood vessels, which may increase the risk for stroke, heart attack, and heart disease.
PLEASE NOTE
This test will only provide a value for Total Cholesterol and not individual values for LDL or HDL.

How Does it Work?
In-Person at Quest Patient Service Centers
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1. Purchase your test
Schedule your appointment after purchasing a test to minimize wait time.
2. Visit a center
Enter your zip code to find a Quest center closest to you.
3. Get results online
We will email you when your confidential results are available.
In-Person at Quest Patient Service Centers
We are never far. Make an appointment at one of our 2,000+ U.S. locations.
1. Purchase your test
Schedule your appointment after purchasing a test to minimize wait time.
2. Visit a center
Enter your zip code to find a Quest center closest to you.
3. Get results online
We will email you when your confidential results are available.
The benefits of testing
You can get the information you need to support a healthy life - for yourself.

Take control of your health
Conveniently shop and pay online for lab tests without a doctor's visit. An independent physician will review your request and if appropriate, confirm your order and offer oversight.

Schedule and manage your appointments
Conveniently schedule your appointment online at one of our Quest Patient Service Centers or drive-through locations. Certain tests may also offer self-testing home delivery.

Get your results online
View your results through your secure account online. And it's easy to share the result with your doctor.
FAQs
An important function of the liver is the production and elimination of cholesterol. If your liver is damaged or not functioning properly, cholesterol can build up, causing fatty liver disease, which can increase your risk of diabetes or stroke.
The thyroid gland has a direct impact on cholesterol levels. Individuals living with low thyroid function (hypothyroidism) may have higher cholesterol levels than those with normal thyroid function. This is because thyroid hormones help the liver break down and eliminate cholesterol. If the thyroid isn’t functioning properly, it may cause a buildup of LDL in your blood. Thyroid hormone treatment may result in a reduction of total cholesterol levels.