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Cholesterol
I had my cholesterol check up today and the reports says HDL -35.2
And chol/hdl ratio is -3
Is this at risk
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Dr. Himanshu Yadav
Cardiologist
15 yrs exp
Agra
The refernce range for hdl is 40, but this reference range is derived from western(european and american ) population, indians have anyhow lower hdl levels. I think its normal by indian standards and nothing needs to be done, excercise is good for anyone
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Dr. Rahul Chhabria
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6 yrs exp
Mumbai
Yes your hdl cholesterol is low and u need regular exercise and dietary changes to increase hdl which is a good cholesterol
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