| Level (mg/dl) | Level (mmol/L) | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|
Cholesterol | <200 | <5 | Desirable level corresponding to lower risk |
200-240 | 5.2-6.2 | Borderline high risk | |
>240 | >6.2 | High risk | |
HDL | <40 for men, <50 for women | <1.03 | Low HDL cholesterol, heightened risk |
40-59 | 1.03-1.55 | Medium HDL level | |
>60 | >1.55 | High HDL level, optimal condition | |
Triglyceride | <150 | <1.69 | Normal Range: low risk |
150-199 | 1.70-2.25 | Borderline high | |
200-499 | 2.26-5.65 | High | |
 | >500 | >5.65 | Very high: high risk |