What is the normal range for VLDL Cholesterol?

Typical adult ranges are shown on this page in mg/dL. The reference range printed on your own lab report takes precedence, because ranges differ between laboratories and methods.

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VLDL Cholesterolmg/dL

VLDL cholesterol is a calculated value, usually one fifth of triglycerides, describing very-low-density particles.

See your own VLDL Cholesterol on its range.

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What VLDL Cholesterol measures

VLDL cholesterol is a calculated value, usually one fifth of triglycerides, describing very-low-density particles.

If your VLDL Cholesterol is low

Low VLDL is not a concern.

Worth asking your clinician: Nothing specific.

If your VLDL Cholesterol is high

VLDL above the range mirrors triglycerides, since it is calculated from them.

Commonly associated with

High triglycerides
Non-fasting draw

Worth asking your clinician: How triglycerides look.

Typical reference range

Group	Typical range
Adults	5 – 40 mg/dL

Typical adult values used by many US labs. Your own report prints the range your lab validated for its method, and that range is the one that counts. Labwise always uses the printed range first.

If it is within range

Your VLDL cholesterol is within the range printed by your lab.

Also listed as

VLDL Cholesterol Cal, VLDL-C, VLDL

Related tests

This page is general information about what a laboratory test measures and what results outside a reference range are commonly associated with. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose any condition and does not replace your clinician. Discuss your results with your healthcare provider.