Lipid Profile Testing & Cardiovascular Risk Scoring
Care Before the Procedure
- Fast for 9-12 hours if required (water is allowed).
- Avoid heavy meals, alcohol, or strenuous activity before test.
- Inform lab about medications affecting lipid levels.
- Ensure adequate hydration for easier blood draw.
Care During the Procedure
- Blood is drawn from a vein, usually in the arm.
- Remain still and relaxed during the sample collection.
- Multiple vials may be collected depending on tests ordered.
- Inform staff if you feel dizzy or unwell.
Care After the Procedure
- Resume normal activities immediately after the blood is drawn.
- Discuss results with healthcare provider to plan interventions.
- Maintain heart-healthy lifestyle and medications as advised.
- Repeat testing at intervals recommended by the doctor to track progress.
Eligibility
- Adults over 20 years for routine screening.
- Patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, or obesity.
- Individuals with a family history of heart disease.
- Monitoring therapy effectiveness for lipid-lowering treatment.
- Fast for 9-12 hours if required (water is allowed).
- Avoid heavy meals, alcohol, or strenuous activity before test.
- Inform lab about medications affecting lipid levels.
- Ensure adequate hydration for easier blood draw.
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Cardiology
Our Cardiology Department delivers prevention, diagnosis and treatment for heart diseases through personalised care and advanced technology. Risk clinics for blood pressure and lipids offer non-invasive testing (ECG, echocardiogram, treadmill stress test, Holter monitor, and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring) and provide interventional services in a modern Catheterisation Laboratory, including device therapy and structural procedures. We maintain 24/7 cardiac ICU coverage and consultant availability to ensure rapid treatment for acute events. Post-procedure, patients receive tailored rehabilitation and multidisciplinary support that spans diabetes, pulmonary, and genetic services.
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Royal Bahrain Hospital, Salmaniya
Royal Bahrain Hospital, Salmaniya
Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, General Surgery, Cardiology and Plastic Surgery
93
Doctors
77
Beds
15
Services
2011
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RBH Medical Center, Janabiya
RBH Medical Center, Janabiya
Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, General Surgery and Cardiology
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10
Services
2021
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