If your age is more than 25 years then definitely once a year
Lipid profile
Get tested
In this, blood is taken from your arm and then the cholesterol level is checked in a laboratory. There are several types of cholesterol
HDL and LDL
Every person should have the information
LDL (Bad Cholesterol)
That is, if its amount is high in the blood, then it is necessary to reduce it because it closes the arteries of the heart and brain and increases the chances of heart attack and stroke. Its intake comes from ghee, high-fat foods, and excess is also produced by the body, which requires medication if present in excess.
HDL(good one)
It is beneficial to have more of it. This keeps the arteries of the heart and brain healthy. It is found in fish, as well as in cooking oil, but the use of oil should not be excessive.
LDL normal= Below 100mg/dlL
LDL near normal= 100-129 mg/dL
LDL above 130mg/dL ( dangerous)
HDL in men = at risk if Below 40mg/dL
HDL in women= at risk if Below 50mg/dL
Take care of your health and control cholesterol
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