HOMA-IR — lab reference
Some search terms matchedFormula-dependent and population-dependent. Dr. Purser to define clinic interpretation, if used.
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What’s searchable?Fructosamine — lab reference
Some search terms matchedAssay-specific; reflects approximately 2-3 weeks and is affected by protein turnover.
Beta-hydroxybutyrate — lab reference
Some search terms matchedFasting, ketogenic diets, illness, and diabetes context materially affect interpretation.
Total cholesterol — lab reference
Some search terms matchedScreening measure, not a stand-alone treatment target.
LDL cholesterol — lab reference
Some search terms matchedRisk-based goals may be <100, <70, or <55 depending on primary/secondary prevention risk.
HDL cholesterol — lab reference
Some search terms matchedHigher HDL is not always protective; interpret within the entire risk profile.
Triglycerides — lab reference
Some search terms matched150-199 borderline high; 200-499 high; ≥500 severe and pancreatitis-relevant.
Non-HDL cholesterol — lab reference
Some search terms matchedRisk-based goals may be lower; useful when triglycerides are elevated.
VLDL cholesterol — lab reference
Some search terms matchedOften calculated. Less reliable when triglycerides are markedly elevated.
Apolipoprotein B — lab reference
Some search terms matched90-99 above desirable; 100-119 borderline high; 120-139 high; ≥140 very high. Risk goals may be lower.
Apolipoprotein A-I — lab reference
Some search terms matchedThe test method matters. Ask your clinician to read this result with HDL and ApoB.
ApoB/ApoA-I ratio — lab reference
Some search terms matchedApproximate risk strata are sex-specific and assay-dependent.
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