Triglycerides Test
- Category
- Heart
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- Required
- Fasting Hours
- 10-12 hours
- Age
- 25+ years
Measures triglycerides, the main type of fat stored in the body and carried in blood.
High triglycerides increase heart disease risk and, if very high (above 500 mg/dL), the risk of pancreatitis. They are linked to diabetes, obesity, alcohol and high-sugar diets.
Adults over 30, people with high BP, diabetes, obesity, smoking or a family history of heart disease; chest pain or breathlessness (seek urgent care).
Fast for 10–12 hours (water allowed).
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Cut sugar, refined carbs and alcohol, lose excess weight, exercise regularly and follow your doctor's treatment advice.
Yes. Fast for 10–12 hours before the sample (plain water is allowed). An early-morning slot makes this easy. Take regular medicines as advised by your doctor.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.