EZ-C CholestroCheck Rapid Test Device

What is Cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance naturally produced by your liver and helps carry fat to parts of your body that need it for energy and repairs. However, when your cholesterol rises above a desirable level, it builds up in the walls of your arteries. Over time, this buildup causes "hardening of the arteries" so that arteries become narrowed and blood flow to the heart is slowed down or blocked. If the blood supply to a portion of the heart is completely cut off by a blockage, the result is a heart attack.

As high blood cholesterol does not display any symptoms, many people are unaware that their cholesterol level is too high. Thus, periodic testing is important to find out what your cholesterol numbers are.

Heart Disease Risk Assessment

Take this survey to determine your risk factors for Heart Disease.
  1. Had a heart attack or have heart disease
  2. Diabetes (fasting blood glucose level 126mg/dL or higher)
  3. Family history of heart disease
  4. Cigarette smoker or exposed to second hand smoke daily
  5. Total cholesterol greater than 200mg/dL
  6. Triglycerides greater than 150mg/dL
  7. LDL (bad) cholesterol greater than 130mg/dL
  8. HDL (good) cholesterol less than 40mg/dL (men) & 50mg/dL (women)
  9. High blood pressure (top number greater than 140 &/or bottom number greater or equal to 90)
  10. Physically inactive & poor diet
  11. Obesity (more than 30% overweight)
  12. Are over age 45(men) & over age 55(women)

If you have two or more of the above risk factors, it is important to monitor your total cholesterol frequently.

What is CholestroCheck?

CholestroCheck is a rapid test device that can help you to easily monitor your cholesterol level.  It is ideal for high profile busy executives or the health conscious man in the street. CholestroCheck offers you rapid testing in the privacy and comfort of your home. 

How accurate is the CholestroCheck?

The CholestroCheck is just as accurate as tests used by doctors and medical labs. In fact, a number of doctors use this same test in their offices. The CholestroCheck was evaluated in consumer studies throughout the U.S. with over 400 people. When the instructions were followed carefully and all the steps were performed correctly, the accuracy, on the average, was 97%.

Do I need to fast before I take the test or perform it at a specific time of day?

No. You can test yourself at any time, so fasting is not necessary. If you repeat the test, try to do so under the same conditions.

Will common foods, alcohol or medication affects my test results?

Generally, NO. Most substances will not interfere with the test. However, you should not perform the test within a four-hour period if you have taken 500mg or more Vitamin C or standard dose of acetaminophen (eg. Tylenol) or Naproxen. This could cause a fasely low result.

Limits of the Test

  • You must follow all directions carefully to get an accurate reading. Use and application of the CholestroCheck pertain to adults 20 years of age and older.
  • Recent illness, pregnancy, birth control pills and other conditions may change your cholesterol level. If you are concerned or have questions, talk with your doctor.
  • Using this test in direct sunlight may cause an inaccurate result.
  • The CholestroCheck is for in vitro diagnostic use only. DO NOT use any part of this kit internally.
  • This test provides information on your total cholesterol level. Your doctor may request other tests.

CholestroCheck Step-by-Step Instructions

Read all directions carefully before you prick your finger. 

Tear open the Alcohol Prep. 

Clean your finger. 

Push in and twist the knob of the Lancet. 

Pull out the knob. 

Place the Lancet at the finger and press the trigger to prick the finger. 

Add enough blood to the well within 3 minutes of pricking your finger. Wait for not more than 4 minutes. 

After waiting, hold the test device firmly in your hand. Pull the clear plastic tab on the right side of the test device until you can see the entire arrow.

Understanding Your Test Results

The National Cholesterol Education Program has divided cholesterol results into three groups:

Desirable, Boderline-High and High.

Your CholestroCheck reading will place you in one of these groups.

Results*Group-Suggested Actions
Less than 200mg/dL (5.2mmol/L)
Desirable: This cholesterol level suggests that you are most likely at low risk for heart disease. If you have no other risk factors you may repeat the screening test in 3-6 months.
200-239mg/dL (5.2 - 6.1mmol/L)
Borderline-High: You have an increased risk for heart disease and you should talk to your doctor. If your score is 230 or higher, you may be in a high-risk group that requires medical advice. Suggested to test again in 1 - 3 months.
240mg/dL and above (6.2mmol/L and above)
High: You may be at greater risk for heart disease whether or not you have additional risk factors. You should seek your doctor's advice. Suggested to test every 6 - 8 weeks.

 *Results for U.S. are measured in mg/dL and Internationally measured in mmol/L.