My Cholesterol Is 6.1 Is This Very High

Question

Originally asked by Community Member j

My Cholesterol Is 6.1 Is This Very High

my doctor has put me on 40grams of lipitor a night

Answer

Hi J,

A cholesterol level of 6.1 converts to 238 mg/dl and is elevated. The American Heart Association recommends a total cholesterol level be below 200 mg/dl, which would equal 5.1 mmol/liter.

Continue to work with you physician to determine the best treatment and monitor the effectiveness of Lipitor.

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD
How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps

You should know Answers to your question are meant to provide general health information but should not replace medical advice you receive from a doctor. No answers should be viewed as a diagnosis or recommended treatment for a condition.

Answered by: Lisa Nelson, RD, LN