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Cholesterol tracker: see your lipid panel over time
A lipid panel is one of the most common blood tests, and one of the most useful to compare over the years. Mediki charts total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides from every lab report you upload.
Lipid tests you can track
- Total CholesterolTotal cholesterol measures all cholesterol carried in blood.
- LDL CholesterolLDL cholesterol estimates cholesterol carried by low-density lipoproteins.
- HDL CholesterolHDL cholesterol estimates cholesterol carried by high-density lipoproteins, which help transport cholesterol away from arteries.
- TriglyceridesTriglycerides measure fats used for energy storage.
- hs-CRPhs-CRP is a high-sensitivity CRP test that detects smaller changes in inflammation.
Why track cholesterol over time
Cholesterol usually changes slowly. The effect of changes in diet, exercise or medication shows up over months, so a lipid result becomes far more useful when you can see it next to your earlier ones.
mmol/L or mg/dL?
Most of Europe reports cholesterol in mmol/L and the US in mg/dL. The factor depends on the molecule, so cholesterol and triglycerides convert differently:
- Total, LDL and HDL cholesterol: 1 mmol/L = 38.66 mg/dL
- Triglycerides: 1 mmol/L = 88.57 mg/dL
Mediki converts automatically, so results from a lab abroad land on the same chart. You can also use the blood test unit converter.
What can affect a lipid result
- A recent meal mainly affects triglycerides.
- Calculated LDL: many labs calculate LDL from the other lipid values rather than measuring it directly, which can make it less reliable when triglycerides are high.
- Illness and some medicines can change lipid values temporarily.
Track your cholesterol in one chart
Upload your lab reports as PDFs or photos. Mediki reads every value, converts units and charts each marker against its reference range. Your first 15 pages are free.
Try 15 pages freeFrequently asked questions
Do I need to fast before a cholesterol test?
Many labs no longer require fasting for a standard lipid panel, but triglycerides are affected by a recent meal, so follow the instructions from your doctor or lab. Testing the same way each time makes results easier to compare.
Why is my cholesterol in mmol/L and not mg/dL?
Labs in most of Europe use mmol/L, while labs in the US use mg/dL. Both describe the same amount. Mediki converts between them so all your results share one chart.
Can I track hs-CRP with my lipid panel?
Yes. Add hs-CRP to a group with your lipid markers to see them side by side.
Medical disclaimer: This page is general information, not medical advice. Reference ranges differ between laboratories, and only a doctor can interpret your results in the context of your health.