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Normal Range For Hdl And Ldl

HDL is high-density lipoprotein which acts as good cholesterol, and LDL is low-density lipoprotein which is bad cholesterol in the body. HDL decreases the cholesterol, and LDL deposit the cholesterol in the arteries causing a blockage in arteries. The normal levels of LDL are less than 100 mg/dl, and HDL levels as 40mg/dl or above.

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What should be the normal values of cholesterol in the body?

Query: Hello doctor, The laboratory findings are: Cholesterol, total: 224 (40-200 mg/dl) Cholesterol, high density lipoproteins: 48 (35-65 mg/dl) Cholesterol, low density lipoproteins: 177 (70-130 mg/dl) Triglycerides: 61 (0-200 mg/dl) I need to consult about this result.  Read Full »


Dr. Nagaraj

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. After looking at your reports, the rest looks fine except for the marginal rise in the lipid profile. Your low density lipoproteins and total cholesterol levels are a little high. This can be managed by regular exer...  Read Full »

I am a 61-year-old male concerned about my low HDL levels. Kindly evaluate my cholesterol parameters.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 61-year-old male. my HDL is 35 mg/dl, LDL is 48 md/dl, and VLDL is 15 mg/dl respectively. My height is 5 feet 7 inches and my weight is 185 pounds. Are my cholesterol parameters worrying?  Read Full »


Dr. Basuki Nath Bhagat

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and would like to guide you in your query. Your lipid profile test is normal, sir. Your lipid subtypes lab values are within the normal limit. Also, HbA1c is 6.1% and is reduced in comparison to the earlier value. There is nothing to worry about ...  Read Full »

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