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Q. At what interval should I repeat my lipid test?

Answered by
Dr. Sadaf Mustafa
and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
This is a premium question & answer published on Apr 23, 2016 and last reviewed on: Feb 10, 2020

Hi doctor,

I got my lipid test done. My cholesterol was 224 and LDL was 124. After how long should I get the test again? Please guide.

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

General Medicine Internal Medicine
#

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

  • Usually, lipid profile has to be repeated once in every 6 months to 12 months.
  • Your low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is not that bad.
  • Do you have any other medical conditions like diabetes, heart problems, stroke and issues with veins or high blood pressure?
  • If yes, then you should be on cholesterol medication.

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