March 7, 2005 (Orlando) — Results from a small study of a new, commercially available test for skin cholesterol levels indicate that the test is a useful tool for identifying patients at risk of early ...

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 ...

As parents age, they become more susceptible to health issues like heart disease and diabetes, making routine medical tests essential. Regular check-ups, including lipid profiles, HbA1C, kidney and ...

The American Academy of Pediatrics issues guidelines suggesting that children should get cholesterol tests — and in some cases take cholesterol-lowering medication. Dr. Sydney Spiesel is skeptical of ...

Most people getting their cholesterol checked may not need to fast beforehand, a new Canadian study suggests. Researchers found the blood tests showed similar average total cholesterol and "good" HDL ...

If you are concerned about your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, you’ll usually get a specific blood test to look at your cholesterol levels to see where things stand. At least, that’s how ...

If you’re shopping for the hypochondriac in your family or just someone who really cares about health, the Q section has a few self-help ideas that we really liked. Just remember: Self-monitoring is ...

(AP) — What if a blood test could reveal that your child is at high risk for early heart disease years in the future, giving you a chance to prevent it now? A big study in England did that — screening ...