Triglyceride screening and its importance to your health Triglycerides play an important role in the human body as a primary source of energy, but they can become a health risk if they exceed the normal range. We explain the importance of triglyceride testing, its causes, and how to control it to maintain a healthy heart and pancreas. What is a triacylglyceride test? A triacylglyceride test is a lab test that measures...