Explore 10,000+ laboratory markers, in plain English.

LDL Pattern

Blood

Part of Lipoprotein Particles and Apolipoproteins, Cleveland HeartLab

LDL particle size test — Pattern A (large) or B (small).

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LDL-C

Serum

Part of Lipid Panel

"Bad" cholesterol — LDL particles that deposit into artery walls.

Optimal range 0 – 100 mg/dL Learn more

LDL/HDL Cholesterol Ratio

Serum Plasma

Part of Lipid Panel

LDL divided by HDL; lower is better for heart health.

Optimal range 0.5 – 3 Ratio Learn more

Small dense LDL Cholesterol

Part of Lipid Panel

Biomarker for atherosclerotic diseases

Optimal range 0 – 35 mg/dL Learn more

VLDL Cholesterol Cal

Serum Plasma

Part of Lipoprotein Particles and Apolipoproteins, Cleveland HeartLab

Cholesterol inside VLDL, the particles that carry triglycerides.

Optimal range 5 – 40 mg/dL Learn more