Hey all. So I had some bloods dine 2 weeks ago for kidney, liver, thyroid, diabetes hba1c and cholesterol.Had the results back today and I've never had a cholesterol test before so wondering if there are any who are more familiar.
So, the total serum cholesterol is 4.7
HDL is 1.1
Non HDL is 3.6
Total cholesterol HDL ratio 4.3 ratio
Serum LDL 3.1
go to the NHS website and input “ cholesterol” into their search. This gives good information about what it is.
Naturally we here don’t know why you had the test nor anything about you so it would be difficult to comment further.
Sorry I should of been more clearer. Im 36 year old female. Yep Im overweight but the gp wanted it done, like an MOT. Apparently because im nearly 40 🤦♀️
Please don't be offended Danni but, he wanted them doing because you are overweight, not because of your age. I don't know how much overweight you are or what medical problems you have but I urge you to lose some!
Your probably correct. I take bisoprolol and he also wanted to check potassium levels but I don't know what for. I have an appointment in July with cardiology so will ask them.
Hi danni I'm no doc of course 😂 but those scores are fine , if you are overweight I'd been more concerned about what the A1C score is
Good luck
That's really 👍
Your more at risk of diabetes being overweight
Hi Danni
Those results are not too bad , I’m type 1diabetic , my results where sky high but after treatment and reading Diabetic UK, I’m doing very well. It’s very hard at first but keep going, it’s worth it , look up the NHS online, plenty choices of help.
Good luck
Im on slimming world ans it's really good. Plus I walk my dog everyday and do evening yoga. Progress is slow but its still progress.
That's a great start! Aim for five pounds per month. That's over two stone in six months at a loss rate which is sustainable. Keep it up🙂
Im losing on average 1.5lbs a week sometimes 2lbs if I've been abit more busier. I do love being active it's just my eating habits that let me down. I dont smoke anymore and dont touch alcohol but that's where things like sweets and chocolate creep in.
DanniC88
I have regular blood tests, and it is difficult to find out what it all means, even after a chat with GP. My surgery (and I imagine is general) have on line facility where I can view test results and print them off, with the on line results are links to explain further, very useful.
Hi Danni,
That score is borderline if your a Diabetic but still within limits if not.
Like you I am overweight properly more than you.
I would recommend you Buy Dr Saira Hameeds book The Full diet. Dr Saira is a full Qualified Dr with Phd at St Mary's Hospital London. She works in the weightloss department.
Best wishes
Shabana
My suggestion is to go to: heartuk.org.uk/cholesterol/.... This is the leading source of information and research on cholesterol in the UK and very informative. They also have an email helpline. Hoping all goes well for you.
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