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By Jennifer Moll, About.com Guide to Cholesterol since 2004

Are Home Cholesterol Tests Really Reliable?

Wednesday October 18, 2006
This is an important question that many people ask when they stroll by them in their pharmacy. Manufacturers boast that they can be up to 95% reliable, but only few of these self-tests analyze for HDL and LDL levels separately, which is very important in determining your risk for heart disease. Find out more about the pros and cons of cholesterol self-tests.

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