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A member asked:
How good is the fingerstick cholesterol and lipid test they do at walgreens?
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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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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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