Non-HDL cholesterol captures all your 'bad' cholesterol in one number, and many guidelines now treat it as a better risk marker than LDL alone. Enter two values to see yours.
Non-HDL cholesterol is simply your total cholesterol minus your HDL. It bundles LDL and every other artery-clogging particle into a single number, which is why it is often a better predictor of heart risk than LDL on its own. Under 130 mg/dL is optimal; 160 and above is high.
| Non-HDL (mg/dL) | Category |
|---|---|
| Below 130 | Optimal |
| 130 to 159 | Near / above optimal |
| 160 to 189 | High |
| 190 and above | Very high |
Ranges based on NCEP/AHA reference categories for non-HDL cholesterol. Educational reference, not a diagnosis.
Non-HDL is a strong marker, but your LDL, triglycerides and ratio each add to the picture. BloodMarker reads your entire blood test at once, shows how your markers interact, and tracks them over time so you can watch them improve.
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For most adults, a non-HDL cholesterol under 130 mg/dL is considered optimal. 130 to 159 is above optimal, 160 to 189 is high, and 190 or above is very high.
Non-HDL counts LDL plus other harmful particles like VLDL, so it captures more of your true risk. It is also reliable even when you have not fasted, unlike a calculated LDL.
Subtract your HDL from your total cholesterol. For example, a total of 200 and an HDL of 50 gives a non-HDL of 150 mg/dL.
This calculator is for education only and is not medical advice or a diagnosis. Always discuss your results and any changes with a qualified healthcare professional. Provided by the BloodMarker Team · contact@bloodmarker.com