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Why is high LDL-C dangerous?

High LDL-C is a leading risk factor for a heart attack or stroke. About 1 in 5 people who’ve had a heart attack will have another cardiovascular event within a year.

Heart attack, stroke, or death.

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Why is LDL-C called
bad cholesterol?

LDL-C stands for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Over time, high levels of LDL-C can lead to a buildup of plaque that can break off and form a clot in your arteries. This can restrict blood flow, putting you at risk for a heart attack or stroke.

Am I at very high risk?

Different factors can put you at very high risk for another heart attack or stroke. If you are at very high risk, an LDL-C below 55 mg/dL is recommended by the American College of Cardiology to reduce the chances of another event.

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How do I know if I’m at very high risk?

Based on 2018 AHA/ACC/Multisociety treatment guidelines

You are very high risk if you’ve had
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1 Major EVENT + 2 OR MORE
HIGH-RISK CONDITIONS
(High-risk conditions can include: age 65 or older, diabetes, high blood pressure)
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Multiple major events
(Major events can include: heart attack, stroke, symptomatic peripheral artery disease, acute coronary syndrome)
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Why is testing LDL-C so important?

Knowing your LDL-C is the first step in understanding your risk of another heart attack or stroke.

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