A member asked:

How good is the fingerstick cholesterol and lipid test they do at walgreens?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Mircea Petrina answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Good enough: But then you will need a doctor to interpret it based on your risk profile.

Answered 7/12/2015

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Dr. William Cromwell answered

Specializes in Clinical Lipidology

Questionable: Lipid values obtained by finger sticks often differ substantially from standard blood venipuncture. Fingerstick values may be acceptable for general screening. I would not rely on fingerstick values in making recommendations regarding therapy.

Answered 7/11/2015

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