LDL Cholesterol Calculator

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Switch to reverse mode to find the total cholesterol that yields a chosen LDL.
mg/dL is standard in the US; most other countries report cholesterol in mmol/L.
Martin-Hopkins uses an adjustable VLDL factor and is more accurate, especially at low LDL or raised triglycerides.
Your total cholesterol from a lipid panel (a typical fasting blood test).
mg/dL
HDL is the "good" cholesterol; higher values are protective.
mg/dL
Friedewald is only valid below 400 mg/dL (4.5 mmol/L); Martin-Hopkins handles higher values.
mg/dL
Result (LDL, or total cholesterol in reverse mode)Near optimal
122
LDL cholesterol122
Estimated VLDL28
Non-HDL cholesterol150
Total : HDL ratio4
122 mg/dL
Optimal<100Near optimal100-130Borderline high130-160High160-190Very high190+

Your estimated LDL cholesterol is 122 mg/dL (Martin-Hopkins equation).

  • LDL carries cholesterol into artery walls, so lower numbers generally mean lower heart-attack and stroke risk.
  • Your non-HDL cholesterol is 150 mg/dL, often a better risk marker than LDL alone, especially when triglycerides are raised.
  • Diet, regular exercise, weight management and not smoking all help lower LDL; some people also need statin therapy.

Next stepDiscuss your full lipid panel and overall cardiovascular risk with your doctor before changing treatment.

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