For almost 60 years, measuring cholesterol levels in the blood has been the best way to identify individuals at high risk of cardiovascular disease. In a new study, led by Chalmers University of ...

HHave you ever looked at your health report, seen "normal cholesterol," and felt completely reassured? Most of us would.

Millions of Americans get their LDL, or "bad" cholesterol, tested. But another test may do a better job of finding who needs ...

If you are concerned about your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, you’ll usually get a specific blood test to look at your cholesterol levels to see where things stand. At least, that’s how ...

A new study suggests that apoB, a blood test that measures harmful cholesterol particles, is better than standard LDL ...

“Bad,” or LDL, cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and most people are screened for it as part of their yearly physicals. There’s another marker in the blood that may be a better ...

These tests are not recommended for everyone, nor should they replace routine health screening. Instead, they can be useful ...

Dr Vinayak Agrawal explains why looking at multiple lipids is necessary to determine the heart health of lean Indians. Here is how you can do so, along with the specific medical tests required to get ...