LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is often called 'bad' cholesterol because it carries cholesterol to your arteries, where it can build up in the vessel walls.
Category: lipids
Also known as: ldl, ldl cholesterol, ldl-c, low density lipoprotein
Reference range: 0–100 mg/dL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: mg/dL
High values may indicate
High LDL cholesterol may indicate increased risk of coronary artery disease, heart attack, stroke, and peripheral artery disease.
Low values may indicate
Low LDL cholesterol is generally considered beneficial, though very low levels may be associated with certain cancers, hemorrhagic stroke, or hormonal deficiencies in rare cases.