There is no single number for everyone. Your LDL goal depends on your cardiovascular risk, and your cardiologist sets it.
LDL goals by risk (Dr. Rebeca Granada's criteria)
| Risk | LDL |
|---|---|
| Very high | less than 55 mg/dL |
| High | less than 70 mg/dL |
| Moderate | less than 100 mg/dL |
| Low | less than 116 mg/dL |
Why your goal may differ from the lab's
The reference value printed on the lab report is general. Your personal goal may be lower depending on your history, other tests and your family.
How to reach your goal
Diet, physical activity and, when your cardiologist recommends it, treatment. Never start or change a treatment on your own.