Dr. Eric Westman kicks off a two-episode seminar about decoding laboratory tests, offering insights critical for both novices and those familiar with lab results. The key importance lies in understanding which tests are crucial for urgent intervention and which serve as markers for long-term health monitoring.

Blood tests are like the dashboard lights of a vehicle—they indicate the operational state of our body. Most tests serve preventive or monitoring roles, guiding adjustments in lifestyle or treatment plans for chronic illnesses like diabetes or cardiovascular disease. However, some abnormalities need prompt attention, akin to a car's urgent lights warning.

• Electrolyte imbalances, such as low potassium, need urgent responses.
• Cholesterol levels don't mandate individual conclusions without context.

Many patients frequently question Dr. Westman about lipid profiles, especially those adopting or considering a low-carb diet. Understanding the difference between calculated and measured cholesterol levels is vital in accurate assessment.

Advanced lipid profile tests offer more detailed insights beyond standard profiles. These tests separately identify lipid subfractions and directly measure LDL alterations. Despite being more informative, they still don't reveal conditions of the arterial pathways.

• NMR lipo profiling offers direct LDL measurement and subfraction details.
• VAP testing similarly categorizes nuanced lipid data.

Transitioning focus from blood components to tangible artery evaluations, Dr. Westman recommends scans like the coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan for more direct information. Unlike advanced lipid profiles, these scans address the actual plaque amounts within coronary vessels, offering more precise information on a person’s cardiovascular risk.

"A cardiologist shouldn't be treating a disease that you don't know you have," emphasizes Dr. Westman on the merits of direct coronary evaluations.

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