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Understand Your Risk. Take Control of Your Health

Getting your cholesterol levels checked helps you stay in control of your health. When your cholesterol level is high, it also increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. High cholesterol usually has no symptoms. That’s why it’s important to have your doctor check your cholesterol levels. Through our cholesterol screening, we can help determine your risk of narrowed or blocked arteries throughout your body. We can provide you with an accurate measure with just a simple finger-stick blood test. Routine screening like this is often part of weight management in Meridian, Mississippi.

Who Can Benefit from Cholesterol Screening?

  • Adults over the age of 20
  • People with a family history of heart disease
  • Individuals diagnosed with diabetes or hypertension
  • Smokers or former smokers
  • People with a high body mass index (BMI)
  • Those managing a sedentary lifestyle
  • Anyone looking to stay proactive about heart health

How It Works
Our cholesterol screening uses a quick finger-stick blood test to measure your total cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides. The process is fast and minimally invasive. Once complete, you’ll receive results that help identify whether you’re at risk for cardiovascular complications. Based on your results, you’ll know whether lifestyle changes, medication, or follow-up care is needed.

Key Features & Benefits
This service offers a simple, effective way to understand your heart health. It helps detect risks early, often before symptoms appear. Our screening empowers you to make informed decisions about your well-being, improve health outcomes, and track your cholesterol levels over time with ease.

Simple Steps to Get Started

  1. Call our office to schedule a cholesterol screening.
  2. Arrive for your appointment—no preparation is needed for most tests.
  3. Complete a quick finger-stick test.
  4. Review your results and any suggested next steps.
  5. Stay on top of your health with regular follow-ups as advised.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a cholesterol screening measure?
A cholesterol screening measures total cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides to assess heart health and cardiovascular risk.

Can high cholesterol exist without any symptoms?
Yes. High cholesterol usually has no symptoms, which is why regular screening is important for early detection and prevention of heart disease or stroke.

How often should adults get their cholesterol checked?
Most adults should have their cholesterol checked every 4 to 6 years or more frequently if they have certain health conditions or risk factors.

Is fasting necessary before a cholesterol test?
Fasting is not always required. Many finger-stick cholesterol tests can be done without fasting, but some lab-based tests may still require it.

What health problems are linked to high cholesterol?
High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and narrowed arteries, which may lead to serious or life-threatening conditions over time.

How long does a cholesterol screening take?
A finger-stick cholesterol screening typically takes only a few minutes and provides fast, accurate results for evaluating cardiovascular risk.

Can lifestyle changes help lower cholesterol?
Yes. Eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding tobacco use can significantly lower cholesterol levels.

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