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Cholesterol - LDL

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Overview

Interpreting Results

FAQ's

Overview of Cholesterol - LDL

What is Cholesterol - LDL?

You should get a LDL cholesterol done as a part of regular examination with cholesterol test or lipid profile at least once every five years if you are above 40 years of age; or at regular intervals when you have risk factors for heart disease like smoking, high blood pressure, family history, diabetes mellitus are present, and/or to monitor effectiveness of treatment with drugs like statins.

Why is Cholesterol - LDL done?

As a part of lipid profile along with cholesterol, triglycerides and HDL
As a part of routine health check up
If you are already a diagnosed case of heart disease
If you have risk factors for heart disease like cigarette smoking, hypertension, diabetes mellitus or a family history of heart disease
Ideally, adolts shoold get this test done for screening purposes once every five years even if they don't have any risk factors
If you are taking lipid lowering medicines

Preparation for Cholesterol - LDL

No special preparation required

Sample Type for Cholesterol - LDL

The sample type collected for Cholesterol - LDL is: Blood

Interpreting Cholesterol - LDL results

Interpretations

If the LDL cholesterol level is less than 100 mg/dL - Optimal
If it is between 100-129 mg/dL — Near optimal, above optimal
Levels between 130-159 mg/dL — Borderline high
Level between 160-189 mg/dL — High
Greater than 189 mg/dL— Very high

Low levels of LDL cholesterol are not generally a concern and not monitored

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Cholesterol - LDL

Frequently Asked Questions about Cholesterol - LDL

Q. What treatments are recommended for high LDL cholesterol levels?

Initially, lifestyle changes like low fat diet, exercise, cessation of smoking are recommended. Later on, if required lipid lowering drugs are advised.

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