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biochemistry

LDL Cholesterol

LDL-C· also: LDL-C

Clinical Overview

LDL ("bad" cholesterol) deposits on artery walls causing atherosclerosis. Lowering LDL is the primary target of cardiovascular risk reduction therapy.

Reference RangesWHO/IFCC standards

Age GroupReference RangeUnitNotes
Adults (18–64)0 – 100mg/dLOptimal <100

Also reported in: mmol/L.Conversion factor: 1 mmol/L = 0.026 mg/dL.

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