Normal Cholesterol Levels: Fasting vs. Nonfasting Results

Normal cholesterol ranges vary by age and gender. Understand the differences between fasting and nonfasting tests and how to naturally raise good cholesterol.

The Difference Between Nonfasting & Fasting Cholesterol Tests

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Lindsay Boyers

The amount of cholesterol in your blood is directly correlated with your risk of developing heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Cholesterol tests involve drawing a blood sample from your arm to measure the level of cholesterol components in your blood.