My new blood test results are in and I am not sure what to make of them.
7/9/2008
My numbers are good and bad but as a whole, am I safe? Is there a need for concern? Do I have enough HDL to take care of my low LDL? Please review below. Your thoughts would be appreciated.
This is a fasting test. I currently take 40mg Lipitor and 1000mg Niaspan plus 1 aspirin.
TC = 127
HDL = 19
LDL = 46
Triglycerides = 339
A1C = 5.6
Hi,
I see two areas I suggest improving.
- 1. HDL (good) cholesterol - Your number is awful low. Should be at least above 30 and ideally above 60. The best way to start raising HDL is by increasing you activity.
- 2. Triglycerides - They fall in the borderline high category and I suggest lowering to below 200. Keep an eye out for a post I just submitted titled "Triglycerides - What you need to know to lower cholesterol?". I give tips for lowering triglycerides and the article should be published in the next week or so.
I recommend discussing your numbers further with your MD. It's possible that the medication (Lipitor) is playing a role in your low HDL, high triglycerides. Do not stop taking your medication! Your MD knows your situation and if the medication is playing a role, the two of you can weigh the pros and cons.
Your total cholesterol, LDL (bad) cholesterol, and A1C are all where they should be.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
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