Lipids Reference Values Flashcards
1
Q
What is the conversion factor for TG?
A
0.011
2
Q
What is the conversion factor for cholesterol?
A
0.026
3
Q
Complete reference values for TG
A
Normal = <150
Borderline = 150-199
High = 200-499
Very High = >500 (At risk for acute or recurrent pancreatitis)
4
Q
What is the upper limit of normal for LDL-C?
A
130 mg/dL
5
Q
Complete reference values for Total Cholesterol?
A
Normal = <200
High = 200-239
Very High = >240
6
Q
Protective value of HDL
A
<35 mg/dL
7
Q
At risk value for HDL
A
> 60 mg/dL
8
Q
Friedewald Formula for LDL-C determination
A
LDL-C = TC - (HDL-C) - (TG/2.175)
TG/5 is used for mg/dL
9
Q
De Long Formula
A
VLDL = TG/6.5 (mg/dL)
VLDL = TG/2.825
10
Q
Normal value of LDL-C?
A
<100 mg/dL
