HDL Cholesterol Subclasses Test
Short Name: HDL Cholesterol Subclasses
Also known as: HDL Subfractions Test, HDL2 and HDL3 Test
HDL Cholesterol Subclasses Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹10,000. Uses Precipitation, Colorimetric, Enzymatic on Serum samples. Results in 2-3 weeks after sample collection. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Ramarao Paidisetty
Consultant Biochemist · Reg: 21504
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of the HDL Cholesterol Subclasses Test is to measure HDL-2 and HDL-3 levels to assess cardiovascular risk, monitor lipid-lowering therapy, and provide insights into heart health beyond standard lipid profiles.
- Test Code
- 687
- Price
- ₹10,000
- Sample Type
- Serum
- Result Time
- 2-3 weeks after sample collection
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Precipitation, Colorimetric, Enzymatic
Sample Collection
Ensure the duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory. No specific dietary restrictions unless advised by your doctor.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
A blood sample will be drawn from a vein in your arm by a trained phlebotomist.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the puncture site to prevent bleeding. You can resume normal activities immediately.
Timeline: 2-3 weeks after sample collection
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of the HDL Cholesterol Subclasses Test is to measure HDL-2 and HDL-3 levels to assess cardiovascular risk, monitor lipid-lowering therapy, and provide insights into heart health beyond standard lipid profiles.
How to Prepare
- Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory
- Sample must be collected in a serum separator tube (SST)
- Ship sample refrigerated or frozen as per stability guidelines
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Ramarao Paidisetty — MBBS, MD (Biochemistry) · Reg. No. 21504
"This test helps in assessing the risk of cardiovascular diseases by analyzing HDL subclasses, which is crucial for personalized treatment plans, especially in patients with normal total cholesterol levels."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Hemolyzed sample
- Insufficient volume
- Improperly labeled sample
- Expired consent form
Understanding Your Results
May indicate lower risk of heart disease
Level: High HDL-2
May indicate higher risk of heart disease
Level: Low HDL-2
May indicate potential cardiovascular risk factors
Level: High HDL-3
Typically not associated with increased risk
Level: Low HDL-3
If your test results show abnormal HDL subclass levels, consult a cardiologist for further evaluation and personalized management of heart health.
Limitations
- ⚠May not be available in all laboratories
- ⚠Requires specialized equipment and expertise
- ⚠Results should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical data
Risks & Considerations
- ●Bruising at the puncture site
- ●Mild pain or discomfort
- ●Rare risk of infection
- ●Lightheadedness during blood draw
Interfering Factors
- ●Recent illness
- ●Medications (e.g., statins)
- ●Dietary changes
- ●Physical activity level
- ●Alcohol consumption
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