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| Test | Description |
|---|---|
| Total Cholesterol | The total cholesterol measures the LDL-C, HDL-C, and VLDL-cholesterols. A level of less than 200 mg/dl is considered normal. |
| High density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) | Low levels of HDL-C are associated with an increase in cardiovascular risk. Levels of 50 mg/dl or more in women and 40 mg/dl or more in men are considered normal. |
| Low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) | High levels of LDL-C are associated with an increased cardiovascular risk. It may be directly measured or calculated from other lipid parameters. |
| LDL-C/HDL-C ratio | A high LDL-C to HDL-C ratio indicates an increase in cardiovascular risk. However, the ratio may mislead if the HDL-C value is high, and should therefore be interpreted with caution. |
| Non-HDL cholesterol | The non-HDL-cholesterol is a value that is calculated by subtracting the HDL-C from the total cholesterol value. A high value may indicate an increased cardiovascular risk. |
| Triglycerides | High serum triglyceride levels increase the risk of heart disease. Very high levels increase the risk of pancreatitis. |
| Very low density lipoprotein – cholesterol (VLDL-C) | High levels of VLDL-cholesterol increase the risk of heart disease. |
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