What This Value Measures
Triglycerides are dietary fats that serve as an energy reserve. The value is part of the assessment of blood lipids.
Elevated Value
An elevated value may be due to diet, alcohol, obesity or metabolic disorders.
Low Value
Low values are usually harmless.
Note: A measurement without prior fasting is common practice today; fasting measurements are mainly carried out for markedly elevated values or particular questions requiring clarification.
Reference ranges are typical guide values for adults and vary depending on the laboratory, measurement method, age and sex — always compare with the range stated on your own report. A value outside the range does not automatically mean an illness, and a value within the range does not rule one out. The trend and overall picture are usually more informative than a single value. The doctor's assessment is always decisive.