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A cholesterol check is a blood test measuring levels of cholesterol and related fats in the bloodstream.

The test typically reports total cholesterol, LDL ("bad" cholesterol), HDL ("good" cholesterol), and triglycerides.

Doctors recommend periodic cholesterol checks to assess cardiovascular risk: I'm due for my annual cholesterol check.

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