From the article: The Scoop on Home Cholesterol Tests
Home cholesterol tests can be found at practically any pharmacy nowadays. They are a convenient way to check your cholesterol levels -- whether you are just curious about your cholesterol or have already been diagnosed as having high cholesterol. You may have even been tempted to purchase one just to catch a peak at how your cholesterol-lowering efforts are progressing. Would you trust a home cholesterol test? Share with us your thoughts as to whether or not you would trust the results of a home cholesterol test, or if you would be better off just waiting at getting your cholesterol checked at your next appointment. Share Your Thoughts
cholesterol at home test
- Good idea. Helps to keep your diet on track if your values rise. You can make adjustments without the cost of a doc visit.
- —RN
why not
- I would trust it and it is a good way to track cholesterol between doctor visits especially when I already know that I need to be watching it.
- —Guest Ed
