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What is a healthy HDL ratio?
Most healthcare providers want the ratio to be below 5:1. A ratio below 3.5:1 is considered very good.
What does it mean if my HDL is low?
Having low levels of HDL cholesterol can be of more concern, as it can indicate that the person is at risk of developing heart disease. Low levels can occur due to : genetic factors. type 2 diabetes.
What is an abnormal HDL?
HDL cholesterol levels greater than 60 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) are high. That’s good. HDL cholesterol levels less than 40 mg/dL are low. That’s not so good.
What should my LDL be?
What should my LDL level be?
| LDL (Bad) Cholesterol Level | LDL Cholesterol Category |
|---|---|
| Less than 100mg/dL | Optimal |
| 100-129mg/dL | Near optimal/above optimal |
| 130-159 mg/dL | Borderline high |
| 160-189 mg/dL | High |
What are symptoms of high HDL?
High-density lipoproteins (HDL), sometimes called “good cholesterol,” help return the LDL cholesterol to the liver for elimination….The most common symptoms include:
- angina, chest pain.
- nausea.
- extreme fatigue.
- shortness of breath.
- pain in the neck, jaw, upper abdomen, or back.
- numbness or coldness in your extremities.
What is non-HDL cholesterol and how is it calculated?
Your non-HDL cholesterol is your total cholesterol minus your HDL cholesterol. It’s all the ‘bad’ cholesterol added together, including your LDL cholesterol. Ideally it should be as low as possible.
What is hdhdl (high-density lipoproteins)?
HDL stands for high-density lipoproteins. It is called the “good” cholesterol because it carries cholesterol from other parts of your body back to your liver. Your liver then removes the cholesterol from your body.
What does a high LDL cholesterol number mean?
A high LDL cholesterol number raises your risk for coronary heart disease. By comparing your total cholesterol number with your HDL cholesterol number, your healthcare provider can get another number called your total-cholesterol-to-HDL ratio. These combined numbers help figure out your risk for coronary heart disease and stroke.
What is a lipid profile test and why is it important?
Unhealthy levels of lipids can clog your arteries and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. These are also responsible for unhealthy weight gain. Who needs to undergo a lipid profile test? A lipid profile is a snapshot of how much healthy/unhealthy fats do you have circulating in your blood.