Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians about their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctors the following questions related to cholesterol tests:

1. How often should I have a cholesterol test performed?
   
   
2. What specific information will this test provide?
   
   
3. At what cholesterol levels should I consider cholesterol-reducing medications?
   
   
4. I feel fine. Why should I be concerned if my cholesterol level is high?
   
   
5. Can other medications affect my cholesterol test results?
   
   
6. How long will it take for diet modifications to be reflected in my cholesterol levels?
   
   
7. If both my good and bad LDL levels are high, should I be concerned?
   
   
8. Will my cholesterol level show any changes after I had bypass surgery?
   
   
9. Why does alcohol affect my cholesterol levels? Should I stop drinking?
   
   
10. Is it possible to get an accurate cholesterol reading if I have liver disease?