VLDL (very low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is produced by the liver and carries triglycerides through the bloodstream. It is considered a type of 'bad' cholesterol.
Category: lipids
Also known as: vldl, vldl cholesterol, vldl-c, very low density lipoprotein
Reference range: 5–40 mg/dL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: mg/dL
High values may indicate
High VLDL cholesterol may indicate increased risk of heart disease, atherosclerosis, metabolic syndrome, or poorly controlled diabetes.
Low values may indicate
Low VLDL cholesterol is generally not a clinical concern and may reflect a healthy, low-fat diet or effective lipid management.