Lipoprotein(a) isn't part of a standard lipid panel and is largely driven by genetics. Here's why it's important to get your ...

Cholesterol is a form of fat we need. It helps make the outer membranes of our bodies' cells stable. But for decades, doctors have known that people with high total cholesterol levels are more likely ...

It’s a familiar ritual, the regular cholesterol test. You wake up and skip breakfast – not even coffee – and sit blearily in the exam room, looking at the ceiling as the phlebotomist slides a needle ...

Triglycerides and cholesterol are both types of lipids (fats) that circulate in your blood, but both serve entirely separate ...

Leading medical groups have released new guidelines for managing cholesterol. High cholesterol remains a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke. The updated guidance calls for earlier screening ...