Low density lipoprotein : LDL cholesterol

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) carries cholesterol back into the system for use by various body cells.

The American Heart Association provides a set of guidelines for fasting LDL levels and risk for heart disease.

Less than 100 mg/dL: Optimal LDL cholesterol, corresponding to reduced risk for heart disease
100 to 129 mg/dL: Near optimal HDL level
130 to 159 mg/dL: Borderline high HDL level
160 to 189 mg/dL: High HDL level
190 mg/dL and above: Very high HDL level, increased risk of heart disease

		Low density lipoprotein : LDL cholesterol
		Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) carries cholesterol back into the system for use by various body cells. The American Heart Association provides a set of guidelines for fasting LDL levels and risk for heart disease. Less than 100 mg/dL Optimal LDL cholesterol, corresponding to reduced risk for heart disease 100 to 129 mg/dL Near optimal HDL level 130 to 159 mg/dL Borderline high HDL level 160 to 189 mg/dL High HDL level 190 mg/dL and above Very high HDL level, increased risk of heart disease See also: Cholesterol, High density lipoprotein
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