Cholesterol.in HDL 3

ChemistryAlso known as: HDL3c SerPl-mCncAlso known as: HDL3c SerPl-sCncmg/dL

Quantifies cholesterol levels within HDL-3, a beneficial cholesterol subtype in your blood.

Normal Range
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mg/dL
Abnormal Levels
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Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Higher HDL-3 cholesterol levels indicate better cardiovascular protection. This detailed analysis helps refine cardiovascular risk assessment and guides personalized prevention strategies.

Overview

This test measures cholesterol specifically within HDL-3, a subclass of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). HDL is often called 'good cholesterol' because it helps remove excess cholesterol from your arteries. HDL-3 is smaller and denser than HDL-2, and higher HDL-3 cholesterol levels are associated with better cardiovascular protection. This detailed lipoprotein analysis helps assess your cardiovascular risk more precisely than standard cholesterol testing.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

9833-5Primary
Cholesterol in HDL 3 [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma
mg/dL
26017-4
Cholesterol in HDL 3 [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma
mmol/L

Available Lab Tests

Order tests that measure this biomarker

HDL Cholesterol Subclasses Test

$133.77