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total cholesterol 252, HDL 54, LDL 173, Trigiceride 103  LDL/HDL quote 3.2 should be less than 3. is it someting i should be concerned about?, I am male 40,6 feet,200#, eat healthy
no butter or any fatty food, love vegetables fruits,
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159619 tn?1707018272
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I would look for another doctor.
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thanks for answer,
i did talk to my doctor he said its totally ok
so ..?
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159619 tn?1707018272
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Yes, your LDL should be under 130, even with a good HDL, your LDL is too high. Ask your doctor for an appropriate diet and possibly some meds.

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