LDL Cholesterol
Code: LDL
What is LDL Cholesterol?
Measures "bad" cholesterol that can build up in your arteries.
Why is it measured?
LDL is a primary driver of atherosclerosis (plaque build up in arteries) and cardiovascular disease risk, making it a key target for heart disease prevention.
Key Facts
- •Category: Cardiometabolic Health
- •Unit of Measurement: mmol/L
- •Test Code: LDL
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