Frequently asked questions on the home cholesterol
test.
Q. What is the CholesTrak cholesterol test
?
This test is a convenient and complete home
testing kit. It determines your
level of
total cholesterol that you can
read off a
pull-out chart. It includes instruction,
information on cholesterol and
everything
necessary to carry out the test
at home.
Q. Is it an accurate method ?
Yes, we have chosen to provide
this test
because it is accurate and approved
by the
FDA for home-testing. It's accuracy
is greater
than 97% for the reading compared
to tests
carried out in the clinical laboratory.
Q. Why is cholesterol testing important for
me?
Heart attacks and strokes are two of the
leading causes of deaths in the
United states
and other parts of the world.
It is recommended
that cholesterol levels be checked
for those
over 20 years old (The National
cholesterol
program recommendation).
A high cholesterol level is one
of the most
important risk factors for developing
these
illnesses. By controlling your
cholesterol
levels you can reduce your risk
of a heart
attack or a stroke. The cholesterol
test
allows you to determine and monitor
your
cholesterol levels. Your cholesterol
levels
can be controlled by dietary
changes. See
our nutrient section on fatty acids.
Q. What should I do if my levels are high
?
There are a number of things you can do to
bring down your cholesterol level to within
acceptable limits. A cholesterol level greater
than 240 mg/dL suggests that you should seek
further advice from your health practitioner
in the first instance.
Levels between 200-249 mg/dL are regarded
as borderline high, while levels below 200
mg/dL are considered desirable. Diet has
a profound effect on cholesterol levels.
Total Cholesterol is only one of the risk
factors. Other measurements include the level
of HDL to LDL. We will be making these tests
available through our site in the near future.
To lower total cholesterol levels
you should
decrease your dietary intakes
of saturated
fats. Unsaturated fats have a
beneficial
effect. Increasing the level
of omega-3 fatty
acid intake and decreasing your
level of
omega-6 fatty acid intake helps
to reduce
cholesterol levels. For sources
of fatty
acids see our nutrient section.
Q. Are there any special requirements for
using this kit?
No, other than the kit is not suitable for
those that suffer from hemophilia or taking
medications that thin blood.
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