Why cholesterol level determined ?

Doctors test cholesterol levels to determine how much cholesterol is carried by low density cholesterol and how much is carried by HDL cholesterol. Determining these cholesterol levels can indicate whether more cholesterol is remaining in the bloodstream, which can lead to atherosclerosis, a condition in which plaque builds up in the arteries. Blood helps to transport cholesterol through the body. Because cholesterol is a lipid, it doesn't mix with water. Blood, however, is made up of a substantial amount of water. Therefore, in order to move cholesterol through the bloodstream, the body wraps it in proteins, forming lipoproteins. The lipoproteins glide through the bloodstream like microscopic submarines carrying cargoes of cholesterol to destinations in the body.

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To obtain a reliable cholesterol reading what are requirements?

To obtain a reliable cholesterol reading

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  Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours before the test.
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  Do not eat or drink anything but water for 12 hours beforehand.
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  If the test results are abnormal, a second test should be performed between 1 week and 2 months after the first test.

The BioSafe Cholesterol Panel Test is a home test, but it needs to be sent to a laboratory. This test, however, is very accurate and provides a full lipid profile.