What is the Cost of Lipid Profile Test in Nigeria?
Triglycerides are a kind of fat stored in the fat cells. They are released for energy. The calories that are not used by the body are converted into triglycerides.
Hypertriglyceridemia is a condition in which the levels of triglycerides are high. This condition can develop if a person consumes extra calories in the form of fats and carbohydrates. In order to keep the #heart #healthy, apart from monitoring #cholesterol and high blood pressure, monitoring the levels of triglycerides is also necessary because a high level of triglycerides is another risk factor for heart disease. A Triglycerides Test measures the levels of triglycerides in the blood.
Why is the test ordered?
As a part of lipid profile, the test is ordered to assess the risk of developing #cardiovascular_disease in an individual and to make treatment decisions when the risk is borderline or high. The test can also be used to monitor individuals who have some risk factors for heart disease or who have been undergoing treatment for high triglycerides or high lipid levels. Lipid profile test may be a fasting lipid profile test (when you have not eaten in the morning) or a random lipid profile test (after food).
When is the test recommended?
Lipid profile test may be recommended for individuals with some identified risk factors for heart disease including #obesity, #sedentary_lifestyle, unhealthy diet, smoking, high blood pressure, #diabetes, age (45 and above for men and 55 and above for women), family history of #heart_disease and pre-existing heart disease.
The test may also be ordered to monitor the effectiveness of drug therapy or/and lifestyle changes that have been implemented as parts of lipid lowering measures.
How is the sample collected?
A blood sample is collected from a vein in the arm.
How to prepare for the test?
It is advisable to fast for at least 10 to 12 hours before taking the test. Fatty foods, alcohol and exercise should be avoided prior to the test. Furthermore, it is better to inform the doctor about all the medicines and supplements one is taking before undergoing the test.
COST OF LIPID PROFILE TEST IN NIGERIA
The cost of lipid profile test in Nigeria is about #5,000 – #6,000 Naira. The price of lipid profile may vary with locations… that is, the price of lipid profile test may be higher in cities like Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Enugu compared to other states like Osun, Ondo, Kano, Kaduna. etc. In this cities lipid profile test may cost about #4,000 Naira.
Culled from: Apollo Diagnostics Lab Zamin Pallavaram Free Home Collection.
