Total cholesterol
| About This Test |
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Department: Biochemistry Requirement:
Add-on requests are accepted
Turnaround Time: Within 24 hours |
Background:
Part of lipid profile - evaluation of cardiovascular disease risk
Reference ranges:
| Age range | Reference range (mmol/L) |
|---|---|
| < 16 years | 3.0 - 5.0 |
| > 16 years (adults) | 3.5 - 5.0 |
Results outside the reference range do not necessarily indicate disease. Similarly, results within the reference range do not preclude abnormality. Please contact the Duty Biochemist for discussion of individual patient results.
Other Comments:
See also: HDL-cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, Triglycerides