Test Overview. Cholesterol and triglyceride tests are blood tests that measure the total amount of fatty substances (cholesterol and triglycerides) in the blood. Cholesterol travels through the blood attached to a protein.This cholesterol-protein package is called a lipoprotein.est Overview. Cholesterol and triglyceride tests are blood tests that measure the total amount of fatty substances (cholesterol and triglycerides) in the blood. Cholesterol travels through the blood attached to a protein.
Sleep Apnea Surgery. What are the different surgical options for obstructive sleep apnea? What are benefits and risks of each of the surgeries. UPPP, tonsilectomy, pillar procedure, Inspire, mandibular advancement, tongue resection and others.
Depending on the type of glaucoma, two basic types of surgeries are available: 1  Filtering Surgery: Trabeculectomy: In a trabeculectomy, a small incision is made in the sclera (the white of the eye). 2  Drainage Device Surgery: Drainage device surgery partially inserts an artificial tube into the eye.