How Do You Use A Home Cholesterol Test Kit?
It is very simple to test your cholesterol levels when you use a home test kit. It’s just a matter of pricking your finger, waiting a few minutes and reading the results. Some tests claim to be as accurate as the medical lab tests you get at your doctor’s office. A home test kit is a good indicator of whether you have high cholesterol, but it should not replace your health care professional’s advice. Wash your hands thoroughly with warm water and soap. Relax for a few minutes. Rub your hands together to warm them while you are relaxing. Choose either your middle or ring finger to prick. The finger you choose should not have any calluses on it and should be warmed up. If you are left-handed, choose a finger from your right hand and vice versa. Let the arm of your chosen finger hang down for about 30 seconds. This will allow more blood to flow to that area, making it easier to draw blood. Put the selected hand on a table or flat surface, with the back of your hand down and your palm faci
