What are the normal values for blood lipids?
Disease description:
A couple of days ago, I went to the hospital for a routine physical examination, and they told me my blood lipid levels were elevated. Last year, during my physical exam, the doctor didn’t mention this issue. Could you please tell me what the normal reference ranges are for blood lipids?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Kou Linlin
Hello,
Blood lipid levels reflect the body’s lipid metabolism. To maintain normal blood lipid levels, it is essential to keep them within the healthy reference range. “Normal blood lipid values” refer to the standard reference ranges for various lipid parameters when they are within healthy limits.
- **Total Cholesterol (TC) in plasma**: The optimal level is <200 mg/dL; levels ≥240 mg/dL are considered high.
- **Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C)**: The optimal level is <100 mg/dL; levels ≥160 mg/dL are considered high.
I hope this information is helpful. Wishing you good health!
