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Non-HDL Cholesterol

Non-HDL-C
Serum (SST) mmol/L

About this test

Total Cholesterol minus HDL. Captures atherogenic lipoproteins including LDL, VLDL, IDL, and Lp(a). Preferred over LDL when triglycerides are elevated.

Reference Ranges

Sex Age Range Notes
All ≥ 18 yrs < 3.8 Target <3.8; very high risk <2.2 (ESC 2019)

Clinical Interpretation

High / Increased
Reflects total atherogenic lipid burden.

Related Tests

Total Cholesterol Triglycerides
Specimen
Serum (SST)
Reporting Unit
mmol/L
Category
🧪 Clinical Biochemistry

⚠ Clinical Note
Reference ranges are indicative. Always interpret results in the context of the individual patient and local laboratory reference intervals, which may vary.