22/07/2026
What is Lipid Profile Test?(Part 2) - Dr Rajiv Desai SMD Hospital Kalewadi
3) HDL Cholesterol (High-Density Lipoprotein)
Known as "good cholesterol."
It helps remove excess cholesterol from your bloodstream.
Ideal: 60 mg/dL or higher
Low: Below 40 mg/dL (men) or below 50 mg/dL (women)
4) Triglycerides
A type of fat stored in your body for energy.
High levels can increase the risk of heart disease and pancreatitis.
Normal: Less than 150 mg/dL
5) VLDL Cholesterol (Very Low-Density Lipoprotein)
Carries triglycerides in the blood.
High VLDL levels are also associated with heart disease.