Home Cholesterol Tests

Some individuals might feel the need to frequently check their cholesterol, and certain doctors may prescribe frequently checking cholesterol. Fortunately, there are more and more options for checking total cholesterol and LDL and HDL. Some of these tests also test for other things in addition to cholesterol tests. The products listed here are not listed in any particular order.

Check Up America Cholesterol Panel- This test is a mail-in finger stick test. The individual sticks his or her finger and then sends the sample (in the indicated packaging) to a certified laboratory. The laboratory will then send a report back to the individual, indicating the results and measures the individual needs to take. The test covers total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. The cost per test is $42.95. For more information, please visit: http://www.testsymptomsathome.com/hom05.asp

CardioCheck- The CardioChek blood testing device meter can be used to check total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, and blood sugar levels. The meter provides results in roughly a minute. The meter provides internal storage and review of results. The meter, with just a single test for cholesterol and a single test for diabetes, costs $99.95. For more information, please visit: http://www.healthchecksystems.com/bioscanner.htm

CardioChek Portable Blood Test System- This portable device tests for total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. The device is small enough to fit in the palm of a hand. This particular test system costs about $87.

Cholesterol Home Scan- This is another finger stick home test. Only one test is contained per package, but it contains everything needed to perform a total cholesterol test from the comfort of home. Results occur in about 12 minutes. The cost for a package is about $13. For more information, please visit:

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First Check, Home Test Cholesterol- This test provides information about total cholesterol only. This finger stick test provides results within minutes. There is a single test in a package. The cost is about $11.99.

CholesTrak Home Cholesterol Test Kit- This particular test does not require an individual to fast to obtain accurate results. Results can be obtained in about 12 minutes. Each package contains two complete tests. The cost per package is $22.93. The company providing CholesTrak ensures discreet delivery. For more information, please visit: http://www.homemedicalnow.com/eshop/10Expand.asp?ProductCode=6769

These are just a few of the tests available on the market to test cholesterol at home. For individuals needing to regularly test cholesterol, there are a number of options available.