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Q: Im a 19 year old female and just received my blood test results!

Cholesterol= 145

Triglyceride=97

LDH=97

HDL=44

Non-HDl Cholesterol=101

 

is this good/normal?

 

Also for alkaline phosphatase=77 too low?

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9/25/11 2:20pm

Hi BeeHealthy,

 

Here are the recommendations of the American Heart Association:


Total cholesterol less than 200
HDL cholesterol at least > 40, ideally > 60
LDL cholesterol at least less than 130, ideally less than 100
Triglycerides less than 150

 

Here's a link to some information you may want to review:

 

Tips on How to Raise Your HDL Cholesterol

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps

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9/25/11 11:28pm
Thanks 4 the info!!! :) I guess i have to raise my Hdl cholesterol! About the alkaline phosphatase do u know if 77 is too low? Reply
9/26/11 1:47pm

Yes, the normal range for alkaline phosphatase for an adult is between 45 - 150 U/L. However, double check with your doctor to ensure you level of 77 is within normal for you.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps

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By beehealthy— Last Modified: 09/26/11, First Published: 09/23/11