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300 Jimmy Dr, Smyrna, DE 19977300 Jimmy Dr
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.7(5.2k reviews)
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ChristianaCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Smyrna - 300 Jimmy Dr

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200 Banning St, Dover, DE 19904200 Banning St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
ChristianaCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Dover - 200 Banning St, Dover

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749 Middletown Warwick Rd, Middletown, DE 19709749 Middletown Warwick Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
1.45(10k reviews)
ChristianaCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Middletown - 749 Middletown Warwick Rd

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101 NE Plaza, North East, MD 21901101 NE Plaza
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.7(4.3k reviews)
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ChristianaCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, North East - 101 NE Plaza

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310 E Pulaski Hwy, Elkton, MD 21921310 E Pulaski Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
ChristianaCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Elkton - 310 E Pulaski Hwy, Elkton
This was my first time there,I was very impressed. Everyone was so professional and kind. The building is really nice,excellent waiting room.

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2500 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 212242500 Boston St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
4.25(4 reviews)
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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Canton - 2500 Boston St
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2675 Pulaski Hwy, Newark, DE 197022675 Pulaski Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.8(10k reviews)
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ChristianaCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Glasgow - 2675 Pulaski Hwy

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304306 North St, Elkton, MD 21921304306 North St
Open11:00 am
  • Mon 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Tue 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Wed 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Thu 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Fri 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
4.31(458 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 304306 North St
Great discreet service, scheduled my visit and paid for for the test online not in Showed up at lab, checked in and was seen within minutes. Blood and urine were collected, test results came back quickly within 2 days because I did my test on a Friday. Quick, easy and cheap. Didn't have to wait for a visit to my PCP, and then get referral to lab.
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514 Washington Ave, Chestertown, MD 21620514 Washington Ave
Open until 2:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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Labcorp - 514 Washington Ave
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100 S Main St, Smyrna, DE 19977100 S Main St
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 100 S Main St
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600 W Division St, Dover, DE 19904600 W Division St
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1078 S State St, Dover, DE 199011078 S State St
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 11:00 am
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Labcorp - 1078 S State St
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120 Sandhill Dr, Middletown, DE 19709120 Sandhill Dr
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 120 Sandhill Dr
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8221 Teal Dr, Easton, MD 216018221 Teal Dr
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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366 E Main St, Middletown, DE 19709366 E Main St
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 366 E Main St
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401 Purdy St, Easton, MD 21601401 Purdy St
Open until 2:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 401 Purdy St
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1470 Martin Blvd, Middle River, MD 212201470 Martin Blvd
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
ExpressCare Urgent Care, Middle River - 1470 Martin Blvd
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4231 Postal Ct, Pasadena, MD 211224231 Postal Ct
Open until 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 4231 Postal Ct
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251 Lewis Ln, Havre de Grace, MD 21078251 Lewis Ln
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 251 Lewis Ln
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1576 Merritt Blvd, Dundalk, MD 212221576 Merritt Blvd
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sat 7:30 am - 11:30 pm
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 1576 Merritt Blvd
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9106 Philadelphia Rd, Baltimore, MD 212379106 Philadelphia Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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6820 Hospital Dr, Baltimore, MD 212376820 Hospital Dr
Open until 2:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 10:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 6820 Hospital Dr
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4924 Campbell Blvd, Baltimore, MD 212364924 Campbell Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, White Marsh - 4924 Campbell Blvd
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4924 Campbell Blvd, Nottingham, MD 212364924 Campbell Blvd
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496 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146496 Ritchie Hwy
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 496 Ritchie Hwy
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2021A Emmorton Rd, Bel Air, MD 210152021A Emmorton Rd
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 2021A Emmorton Rd
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116 Defense Hwy, Annapolis, MD 21401116 Defense Hwy
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 116 Defense Hwy
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628 Milford Harrington Hwy, Milford, DE 19963628 Milford Harrington Hwy
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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3700 Fleet St, Baltimore, MD 212243700 Fleet St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 3700 Fleet St
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602 S Atwood Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014602 S Atwood Rd
Open until 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 602 S Atwood Rd
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7901 Ritchie Hwy, Glen Burnie, MD 210617901 Ritchie Hwy
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 7901 Ritchie Hwy
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550 S Dupont Blvd, Milford, DE 19963550 S Dupont Blvd
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 550 S Dupont Blvd
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7116 Ritchie Hwy, Glen Burnie, MD 210617116 Ritchie Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
2.11(27 reviews)
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Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, Glen Burnie - 7116 Ritchie Hwy, Glen Burnie
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4 W Broadway, Bel Air, MD 210144 W Broadway
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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3106 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, MD 210373106 Solomons Island Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 7:30 am - 11:30 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 3106 Solomons Island Rd
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5740 Ritchie Hwy, Brooklyn Park, MD 212255740 Ritchie Hwy
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 5740 Ritchie Hwy
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2600 Glasgow Ave, Newark, DE 197022600 Glasgow Ave
Open until 2:00 pm
  • Mon 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Wed 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thu 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Fri 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 2600 Glasgow Ave
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5704 Ritchie Hwy, Brooklyn Park, MD 212255704 Ritchie Hwy
Open until 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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1400 Peoples Plaza, Newark, DE 197021400 Peoples Plaza
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 1400 Peoples Plaza
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3169 Braverton St, Edgewater, MD 210373169 Braverton St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 3169 Braverton St
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430 Peoples Plaza, Newark, DE 19702430 Peoples Plaza
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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85 Kindred Way, Glen Burnie, MD 2106185 Kindred Way
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1600 Crain Hwy, Glen Burnie, MD 210611600 Crain Hwy
Open until 4:45 pm
  • Mon 6:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • Tue 6:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • Wed 6:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • Thu 6:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • Fri 6:45 am - 4:45 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 1600 Crain Hwy
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Cholesterol Test FAQs

  • Do I need to see a doctor before getting a cholesterol test in Church Hill?

    A cholesterol test is often a simple blood test. While you do not need to see a doctor first, it is a good idea to call your doctor's office and ask about the type of test that will be performed. This is because some cholesterol tests need you to fast before taking them.

  • How much do cholesterol tests cost in Church Hill?

    A cholesterol test's price is determined by several factors, including the type of test required, the location where the test is administered, and whether or not you have health insurance. For example, a cholesterol test at a walk-in clinic or drugstore could cost around $100.

  • Does insurance cover cholesterol screening?

    Cholesterol testing is commonly performed as part of a yearly physical exam, which is usually covered by insurance. Your insurance plan, on the other hand, may place limitations on cholesterol testing. They might pay for a cholesterol test every five years, for example. You can find out what your policy covers by calling your insurance carrier or looking at your policy papers.

  • How can you tell if you have high cholesterol without a test?

    High cholesterol has no visible indications or symptoms. The only way to know if you have high cholesterol is to have a blood test. Over the age of 35 and 45, men and women should get their cholesterol levels examined. You may be at risk for high cholesterol if you have a BMI of 30 or more, don't get enough exercise, smoke, drink too much alcohol, or consume too much saturated or trans fat.

  • What can I eat the night before a cholesterol test?

    You should avoid eating or drinking anything other than water the night before your cholesterol test if your doctor has recommended you to fast. If your doctor has not recommended you to fast, you can eat and drink normally. Consult your doctor if you're unsure whether or not you should fast.

  • How long should I fast before a cholesterol test?

    Most people must fast for 9 to 12 hours before taking a cholesterol test. Fasting for at least 12 hours prior to your test will assist ensure that a single meal has no impact on your results. All cholesterol tests do not require fasting, so check with your doctor and make sure you follow their instructions.

  • How do I interpret cholesterol blood test results?

    A cholesterol test measures total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and HDL cholesterol. There may also be triglycerides and very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL). Total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol should be low, whereas HDL cholesterol should be high. Inquiring with your doctor for assistance in interpreting your results is always a good idea. High total cholesterol may be caused by a higher HDL level, which is actually good. It's vital to understand how your test findings are broken down.

  • What is a normal cholesterol range?

    The unit of measurement for cholesterol is milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). Adults with total cholesterol levels less than 200 mg/dL are generally considered healthy. Blood sugar levels of 240 mg/dL are considered dangerously high. LDL cholesterol levels should be under 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). 160 mg/dL of LDL cholesterol is considered high. HDL levels should be at least 60 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). Low HDL levels of 40 mg/dL or below are linked to an increased risk of heart disease.

  • How can I book a cholesterol test through Solv?

    With Solv, scheduling a cholesterol test is simple. Simply type "cholesterol" into the search box, and when the cholesterol test option appears, select it. You can choose to use an existing location or create a new one. You'll discover a list of providers in your area, as well as available appointment times, on the next page. To schedule an appointment, select a time and location that is convenient for you and fill out the form.

  • Can I do an at home cholesterol testing in Church Hill?

    At-home cholesterol testing are possible, but they aren't necessarily accurate or reliable. Pricking your finger with a lancet and transferring a few drops of blood to a test strip are the most common methods for at-home cholesterol testing. Unfortunately, if these tests aren't done appropriately, they can be inaccurate. Furthermore, they usually only measure total cholesterol, which isn't as useful as knowing how your LDL and HDL cholesterol are distributed. For the best results, have the test performed by a certified healthcare provider.

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Cholesterol isn't always a negative thing. It aids in the growth of cells and the production of hormones, among other things. On the other hand, too much cholesterol might be dangerous.

Cholesterol comes from two different places. The liver produces cholesterol, and dietary cholesterol comes from the foods you eat. Cholesterol is found in meat, dairy, and eggs, among other animal products. Foods high in saturated and trans fats may cause your liver to produce more cholesterol than you need, resulting in dangerous cholesterol levels.

High cholesterol increases the risk of heart attack and stroke, which are two of the leading causes of mortality in the United States. In the United States, approximately 38% of people have high total cholesterol levels. Because high cholesterol has no symptoms, it's critical to have your levels checked to ensure they're within normal ranges. Cholesterol levels in children and teenagers should also be checked.

According to the CDC, those over the age of 20 who have a low risk of cardiovascular disease should get their cholesterol checked every five years. Those with risk factors for cardiovascular disease should have their cholesterol checked more frequently. Other risk factors for heart disease

Fortunately, simple lifestyle changes can help you lower your cholesterol. Reduce your intake of saturated fats and eliminate trans fats from your diet as much as feasible. Trans fats are widely found in store-bought cookies and baked goods, and are labeled as "partially hydrogenated vegetable oil" on food labels. Limit your intake of processed foods, especially those heavy in sugar, and consume lots of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Increase your physical activity by at least three times per week. Any type of physical activity is useful. Instead of taking the elevator during your lunch break, go for a walk. Aim for at least 10,000 steps per day.

Don't smoke, and drink alcohol only in moderation. Not only will these changes help you lower your cholesterol, but they will also improve your cardiovascular health.

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