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Cholesterol & lipid profile level checker
Enter your Total, HDL, LDL and Triglycerides from a lipid profile report to see where each one falls against standard adult reference ranges, plus your Total:HDL ratio. General information only, not a diagnosis: nothing is stored or sent.
Your result vs standard adult ranges
Reference ranges vary by laboratory, testing method, age and sex, and this tool uses standard adult ranges only. This is general information, not a diagnosis, a treatment recommendation or medical advice. Go by the reference range printed on your own lab report and by your doctor. Triglyceride ranges assume a fasting sample, as most labs in India take.
Standard adult lipid profile reference ranges
| Test (mg/dL) | Optimal / desirable | Borderline | Needs attention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total cholesterol | Under 200 | 200 to 239 | 240 and above |
| LDL ("bad") cholesterol | Under 100 | 100 to 159 | 160 and above |
| HDL ("good") cholesterol, men | 60 and above | 40 to 59 | Under 40 |
| HDL ("good") cholesterol, women | 60 and above | 50 to 59 | Under 50 |
| Triglycerides (fasting) | Under 150 | 150 to 199 | 200 and above |
| Total : HDL ratio | Under 3.5 | 3.5 to 5 | Above 5 |
FAQ
What is a normal total cholesterol level?
Most labs consider total cholesterol under 200 mg/dL desirable, 200 to 239 mg/dL borderline high, and 240 mg/dL or above high. The exact cut-offs printed on your report can vary slightly by lab and method, so go by the reference range on your own report first.
What is a good HDL cholesterol level?
HDL ("good") cholesterol works the opposite way to LDL and triglycerides: higher is better. In men, under 40 mg/dL is usually flagged low; in women, under 50 mg/dL. An HDL of 60 mg/dL or above is generally considered protective.
What does the Total:HDL ratio mean?
It is total cholesterol divided by HDL. A ratio under 3.5 is generally seen as lower risk, up to about 5 as average, and above 5 as a marker some doctors watch more closely. It is one number among several: your doctor reads it alongside LDL, triglycerides and your overall history, not on its own.
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