Triglycerides
Also known as: TG; TRIG
Formal name: Triglycerides
Related tests: Cholesterol; HDL-C; LDL-C; Direct LDL-C; VLDL-C; Lipid profile; Cardiac Risk Assessment
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To assess the risk of developing heart disease
When to Get Tested?
As part of a lipid profile during a regular medical exam, if you have risk factors for heart disease or if you are being treated for high triglycerides
Sample Required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein or a fingerstick
Test Preparation Needed?
Current standards recommend that testing be done when you are fasting. For 9 to 12 hours before the test, only water is permitted. In addition, alcohol should not be consumed for 24 hours just before the test.
