Low density lipoprotein
Low density lipoprotein (lip-o-PRO-teen) or LDL is a compound made up of fat and protein that carries cholesterol in the blood from the liver to other parts of the body.
High LDL[edit | edit source]
High levels of LDL cholesterol, commonly called "bad" cholesterol, cause a buildup of cholesterol in the arteries and increase the risk of heart disease through a process called atherosclerosis.
Normal LDL levels[edit | edit source]
An LDL level of less than 100 mg/dL is considered optimal, 100 to 129 mg/dL is considered near or above optimal, 130 to 159 mg/dL is considered borderline high, 160 to 189 mg/dL is considered high, and 190 mg/dL or greater is considered very high.
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