Lipids
Total Cholesterol
The total amount of cholesterol in the blood.
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About this biomarker
Total cholesterol combines cholesterol carried in different lipoproteins. It is usually interpreted with LDL, HDL, and triglycerides rather than alone.
Why it matters
It is part of a standard lipid panel and helps assess cardiovascular risk in context.
What lower levels may suggest
Low total cholesterol may be seen with malnutrition, some chronic illnesses, or other less common causes.
What higher levels may suggest
High total cholesterol may reflect higher LDL, higher HDL, or both, so it needs context from the full lipid panel.
Common tests
Lipid panel, fasting lipid panel
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