Question 1

Do I need to fast before a cholesterol test?

Accepted Answer

Not always. Your doctor's order decides. When fasting is requested, plan on 9 to 12 hours, water only, before the draw.

Question 2

How long do lipid profile results take in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

BestDOC returns results within 1 day. A doctor reads the report before it reaches you.

Question 3

What's the difference between LDL and HDL cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

LDL carries cholesterol into artery walls, HDL carries it back out to the liver. Higher HDL and lower LDL is the healthier combination.

Question 4

Can I get a lipid profile test at home in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A DHA-licensed BestDOC nurse draws the sample at your home, hotel, or office anywhere in Dubai.

Question 5

How often should I check my cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

General guidance is every 5 years for average-risk adults, more often after 45 (men) or 55 (women), and yearly after 65. Your clinician sets your actual interval.

Question 6

Is a lipid profile the same as a full body checkup?

Accepted Answer

No. It's one 4-marker panel inside a broader checkup. Ask your coordinator whether a checkup you've already booked includes it.

Question 7

Does a high result mean I need medication?

Accepted Answer

Not automatically. Your doctor reviews your full risk profile, including blood pressure and family history, before deciding on any treatment.