Medical Equipment and Supplies

Cholesterol and A1C Checks

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Periodic testing of your cholesterol levels and your blood sugar levels can help you manage your Cholesterol and Diabetic issues. Diabetic and Cholesterol Services We Offer:

CHOLESTEROL CHECKS
Cholesterol (Lipids) - High levels of lipids in your blood can cause heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes. It is very important that you keep your lipids at a healthy level. Checking your lipid levels once a year will help you and your doctor spot any problems.

High Density Cholesterol (HDL) is the "good" cholesterol:
it removes extra cholesterol from your arteries.

Low Density Cholesterol (LDL) is the "bad" cholesterol:
it contributes to the buildup of fat deposits in your arteries.

One finger stick and a five minute process is all it takes!
For more information: American Heart Association

A1C CHECKS (hemoglobin A1C)
A1C test checks your control over diabetes for a 2-3 month period. The A1C test looks at the amount of glucose that has attached to blood cells. As glucose levels rise, more and more glucose attaches to the blood cells. The A1C test result is shown as a percentage. The target range for A1C is 6.5%. Routine self-monitoring of blood glucose is the most successful approach to self-management of diabetes because it provides an ongoing assessment of a person's blood glucose level. Since most long-term complications of diabetes are related to A1C levels, this test should be a regular part of assessing your diabetes care.
For more information: American Diabetes Association
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304 N Pokegama Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Telephone: (218)326.2635  •  Toll Free: 1.800.326.2635  •  Fax: (218)326.2526
Our store hours are: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 6:00pm  •  Saturday 8:30am - 4:00pm