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Index | Low-Density Lipoprotein Low-Density Lipoprotein commonly referred to as LDL. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) are forms of cholesterol that circulates in the blood. Commonly called “bad” cholesterol. High LDL increases the risk of heart disease. An LDL less than 100 mg/dl is considered optimal, 100-129 mg/dl is considered near or above optimal, 130-159 mg/dl is considered borderline high, 160-189 mg/dl is considered high, and 190 mg/dl or greater is considered very high. |