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Q: my hdl cholesterol is 0.68 mmo i/l is it very low and dangerous to have heart disease?
Hi Sonny Ortaliza:
Here is a link that discusses Cholesterol
HDL needs to be greater than 40mg/dL and ideally should be greater than 60mg/dL. I recommend evaluating your diet and lifestyle to see if there are steps you can take to boost HDL back up. Check out this article:
An HDL level that is too low is an independent risk factor for heart disease. Discuss your treatment options with your MD to determine what is best for your situation.
Take care,
Tara, RN
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