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What Is A Normal Cholesterol Level ?

What is a normal cholesterol level ?
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Total cholesterol should be <5mmol/l. The full lipid profile should always be taken into consideration though, it's important to consider the relative amounts of HDL and LDL . One needs to aim for a high level of HDL and a low level of LDL (low TC:HDL ratio).
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What Is A Normal Cholesterol Level ?

Total cholesterol should be 5mmol/l. The full lipid profile should always be taken into consideration though, it s important to consider the relative amounts of HDL and LDL . One needs to aim for a high level of HDL and a low level of LDL (low TC:HDL ratio).