Apolipoprotein - B near me in Bangalore

(Apo-B)

You need to provide

Blood

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Overnight fasting is preferred.

Understanding Apolipoprotein - B in Bangalore

What is Apolipoprotein - B in Bangalore?

This test measures Apolipoprotein - B in the blood. Apolipoprotein - B is a protein that carries fat and cholesterol throughout the body. It is attached on the surfaces of various lipoproteins which are considered as bad cholesterol such as VLDL, LDL, chylomicrons and IDL. Apo-B is considered a major risk marker of heart diseases. Instead of measuring LDL or VLDL to rule out the chances of any coronary heart disease, it is more specific to measure the Apo-B levels.

You may need this test if you have family history of heart disease, have previously diagnosed heart disease or to monitor the progress of treatment. High level of Apolipoprotein - B increases the risk of heart disease and is also a sign of diabetes, underactive thyroid, and kidney disease.

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Apolipoprotein - B in Bangalore

Frequently Asked Questions about Apolipoprotein - B in Bangalore

Q. Is there any risk associated with this test?

There is no risk associated with the test. However, since this test involves a needle prick to withdraw the blood sample, in very rare cases, a patient may experience increased bleeding, hematoma formation (blood collection under the skin), bruising or infection at the site of needle prick.