Cardio IQ Cholesterol, Total

What this laboratory test evaluates

Cardio IQ® Cholesterol, Total
This test measures the total amount of cholesterol in the blood. It's an important test for diagnosing conditions like hyperlipoproteinemia (high levels of fats in the blood), atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the arteries), liver diseases, and thyroid disorders. Knowing your total cholesterol level is a key step in understanding your heart health.

What patients is this test right for?This test may be recommended for individuals who have risk factors for heart disease or symptoms that suggest their cholesterol levels could be abnormal.

What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum.

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

Cardio IQ® Cholesterol, Total – This test measures the total amount of cholesterol in the blood. It's an important test for diagnosing conditions like hyperlipoproteinemia (high levels of fats in the blood), atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the arteries), liver diseases, and thyroid disorders. Knowing your total cholesterol level is a key step in understanding your heart health.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.