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Cholesterol Ratio Calculator

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Calculates the ratio of total cholesterol to HDL ('good') cholesterol, assessing cardiovascular risk.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Total Cholesterol (mg/dL) and HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL) in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Cholesterol Ratio (Total Cholesterol / HDL) and Cardiovascular Risk Assessment in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Healthy Levels

Total Cholesterol (mg/dL): 180 mg/dL; HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL): 60 mg/dL

Cholesterol Ratio (Total Cholesterol / HDL): 3; Cardiovascular Risk Assessment: Moderate Risk

Borderline High Risk

Total Cholesterol (mg/dL): 240 mg/dL; HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL): 40 mg/dL

Cholesterol Ratio (Total Cholesterol / HDL): 6; Cardiovascular Risk Assessment: High Risk

High Risk

Total Cholesterol (mg/dL): 250 mg/dL; HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL): 30 mg/dL

Cholesterol Ratio (Total Cholesterol / HDL): 8.333333333; Cardiovascular Risk Assessment: High Risk

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Important

Use the result as an estimate and confirm any medical decisions with a qualified professional.