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How To Interpret Lipid Profile Test Results?

I just got my lab results. I am a 51 year old female, active, non-smoker, drink in moderation, eat very little red meat, drink almond milk...my total cholesterol is 215, triglycerides 130, HDL 78, LDL 111. Could you help me interpret this. My results indicate that my cholesterol and LDL readings are high. Should I be concerned?
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Hello
Thanks for writing to HCM

Cholesterol and LDL values are mildly increased.
You also need few more investigations like routine hemogram,RBS(Random blood sugar),Complete LFT(Liver function test),RFT(Renal function test),Ultrasound of abdomen.Further investigations can be done if needed.

Your condition can be manged by life style modification and diet changes.
You should avoid red meat,high fat milk products.
Cook food in olive or canola oil.
You should take limited salt in your diet.Avoid fried and junk food.Avoid alcohol & smoking.
Take lot of fruits and vegetables.You should also increase your physical activity in the form of walking and exercise.
You can also do meditation and yoga.It will help you a lot.
Don't take stress in life.

Get well soon.
Hope I have answered your question.

Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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How To Interpret Lipid Profile Test Results?

Hello Thanks for writing to HCM Cholesterol and LDL values are mildly increased. You also need few more investigations like routine hemogram,RBS(Random blood sugar),Complete LFT(Liver function test),RFT(Renal function test),Ultrasound of abdomen.Further investigations can be done if needed. Your condition can be manged by life style modification and diet changes. You should avoid red meat,high fat milk products. Cook food in olive or canola oil. You should take limited salt in your diet.Avoid fried and junk food.Avoid alcohol & smoking. Take lot of fruits and vegetables.You should also increase your physical activity in the form of walking and exercise. You can also do meditation and yoga.It will help you a lot. Don t take stress in life. Get well soon. Hope I have answered your question. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan