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Cardiovascular
LDL-C
Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol — the traditional measure of 'bad' cholesterol concentration.
Optimal Range
< 100 mg/dL (standard) · < 70 mg/dL (high risk)
Why It Matters
Elevated LDL-C contributes to arterial plaque buildup. While useful, LDL-C measures cholesterol mass, not particle count — ApoB and LDL-P are more precise indicators of atherogenic risk.