:Normal range

Low risk               : < 130 mg/dL

Moderate risk      : 130-160 mg/dL

High risk               : >160 mg/dL

Comment: High levels may increase the risk of atherosclerosis. Often assayed in conjunction with HDL and Apolipoprotein-B to provide a comprehensive screen for risk of myocardial infarction

Increased in type II a, II b hyperlipoproteinemia, nephrotic syndrome, diabetes, familial & idiopathic hyperlipidaemia. High-risk values are more than 160 mg/dL

Sample: Serum

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