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How are total cholesterol, ldl direct and ldl calculated different?
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See below: Calculated LDL = total cholesterol -(hdl cholesterol + triglycerides/5). If total triglycerides are above 400 this calculation is not valid. Ldl can be measured directly and the direct assay is not dependent on triglyceride levels.
Answered 12/29/2013
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