Cholesterol testing
Cholesterol can be checked with a simple blood test at your physician's office, health fair, pharmacy or other location.
A small blood sample is taken from your finger or arm. Depending on the type of cholesterol test, you may need to avoid eating for several hours beforehand.
You should have your cholesterol checked as often as your physician or healthcare provider recommends. This may be every five years or more often, depending on your overall health.