How cholesterol is measured?
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Cholesterol is measured in milligrams (mg) of cholesterol per deciliter (dL) of blood. In the United States, the average cholesterol level in adults is around 200 mg/dL. A reading below 200 mg/dL is considered desirable for adults. A reading between 200 and 239 mg/dL is considered borderline high, and a reading of 240 mg/dL and above is considered high.
There are two main types of cholesterol: low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. LDL cholesterol is often referred to as “bad” cholesterol because it can build up on the walls of your arteries and form plaque. This buildup can narrow your arteries and make it harder for blood to flow through them. HDL cholesterol is often referred to as “good” because it helps remove LDL cholesterol from your arteries.
Your total cholesterol level is the sum of your LDL and HDL cholesterol levels. A desirable total cholesterol level is less than 200 mg/dL. A level between 200 and 239 mg/dL is considered borderline high, while a level of 240 mg/dL and above is considered high.