Description |
Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol Number |
Type : Integer |
Definition |
LDL cholesterol number measures the low-density lipoprotein in the blood. Excess LDL builds up in the arteries and may lead to heart disease. The higher the level of LDL, the higher the risk for heart disease.LDL Cholesterol is defined in milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). |
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MedicalExam |