Total Cholesterol
Total cholesterol adds up all the cholesterol in your blood: LDL, HDL and the cholesterol in triglyceride-rich particles. It's a rough first look, not the full picture.
Your reading
This app uses 125–200 mg/dL. Because it includes protective HDL, a high total can be fine if most of it is HDL, and a normal total can hide high LDL. LDL, HDL, triglycerides and ApoB tell you much more.
What may help
- —Replacing saturated fat with unsaturated fats
- —More fiber from oats, beans and vegetables
- —Regular exercise
When to talk to a doctor
If total cholesterol is above 240, or LDL or ApoB is high, especially with a family history of heart disease.
Common questions
What is Total Cholesterol?
Total cholesterol adds up all the cholesterol in your blood: LDL, HDL and the cholesterol in triglyceride-rich particles. It's a rough first look, not the full picture.
What is a normal Total Cholesterol level?
Daygo uses 125–200 mg/dL as the reference range. This app uses 125–200 mg/dL. Because it includes protective HDL, a high total can be fine if most of it is HDL, and a normal total can hide high LDL. LDL, HDL, triglycerides and ApoB tell you much more.
How can I improve my Total Cholesterol?
Replacing saturated fat with unsaturated fats. More fiber from oats, beans and vegetables. Regular exercise.
When should I see a doctor about Total Cholesterol?
If total cholesterol is above 240, or LDL or ApoB is high, especially with a family history of heart disease.
Source: MedlinePlus (NIH). Reference ranges are standard adult intervals — your own lab may report a different range for your age, sex, or method. This isn't medical advice; always go by the range on your actual results and talk to a clinician about anything that concerns you.