Cholesterol Screening and
Cardiac Risk Assessment
Everyone age 20 and older should have their cholesterol measured at least once every five years. The higher your LDL level and the more risk factors you have the greater your chances are of developing heart disease or having a heart attack.
Screening includes HDL/LDL levels, Cholesterol/HDL ratio, triglycerides, blood pressure check, and nutrition and exercise guidelines.
Before your screening
You must fast for 12 hours and drink plenty of water to hydrate your veins. Recommend no alcohol for 48 hours before your visit. Clinic also includes a free blood pressure check.
Forms
To complete the paperwork before going to the clinic, download the Client Data Form in PDF format. Or request the Client Data Form from the main reception desk at the clinic.
In addition to the standard elements tested, you may request additional blood tests. Learn more by dowloading the Additional Health Screen Tests form in PDF format.
Cost
$24.00 (new price effective September 1, 2008)
This 22-panel profile includes HDL/LDL levels, Cholesterol/HDL ratio, triglycerides, blood pressure check, and nutrition and exercise guidelines. Additional tests are extra.
Additional Resources
- American Heart Association
- Heart Information Network
- National Cholesterol Education Program
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. then follow the link to Assessment Tools
Clinic Locations
Boise, Ada County
707 N. Armstrong Place
208-327-8547
The first Tuesday of the month; This is a walk-in clinic between 6:30 and 9:00am
Mtn Home, Elmore County
520 E 8th Street
208-587-4407
Every 3 months, the second Wednesday of the scheduled month; This is a walk-in clinic between 7:00 and 9:00am.
Worksite Clinics
To arrange a worksite clinic, call 208-327-8549
Contact
Karen Micheletty
Program Coordinator
Cholesterol Screening
208-327-8549
Email Karen
