Low density lipoprotein classification
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Rim Halaby, M.D. [2]
Overview
Classification
| Level mg/dL | Level mmol/L | Interpretation |
| <100 | <2.6 | Optimal LDL cholesterol |
| 100 to 129 | 2.6 to 3.3 | Near optimal LDL level |
| 130 to 159 | 3.3 to 4.1 | Borderline high LDL level |
| 160 to 189 | 4.1 to 4.9 | High LDL level |
| >190 | >4.9 | Very high LDL level |