Normal Reference Ranges
Adult
< 100 (Optimal) | < 70 (High Risk/CAD) mg/dL
Pediatric
< 110 mg/dL
Clinical Significance
The 'bad' cholesterol. Primary target for cholesterol-lowering therapy (statins) to reduce atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk.
Causes of High
- Genetics
- Diet
- Hypothyroidism
- Obesity
- Diabetes
Causes of Low
- Statin therapy
- Malnutrition