VLDL (very low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol
This test is done to estimate very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL), a type of cholesterol that carries triglycerides in the blood. VLDL is considered “bad” cholesterol because high levels are associated with increased risk of atherosclerosis, heart disease, and metabolic disorders. It is usually calculated indirectly from triglyceride levels in a lipid profile.