Cholesterol Ratio Calculator

Description

Calculate your cholesterol ratio (total cholesterol to HDL cholesterol) to assess your heart health and cardiovascular risk.

Cholesterol Ratio Formula

The **Cholesterol Ratio** is a measure used to assess your risk of heart disease. It is calculated by dividing your total cholesterol by your HDL cholesterol (often called the "good" cholesterol). The formula is as follows:

\[ \text{Cholesterol Ratio} = \frac{\text{Total Cholesterol (TC)}}{\text{HDL Cholesterol (HDL)}} \]

Where:

Total Cholesterol (TC): This includes all types of cholesterol in your blood (HDL, LDL, and VLDL).
HDL Cholesterol: High-Density Lipoprotein, often called "good cholesterol", helps remove excess cholesterol from your blood.

A higher cholesterol ratio may indicate a higher risk of heart disease, while a lower ratio suggests a lower risk. Here's how you can interpret the results:

Good Ratio: Less than 3.5 (healthy)
Moderate Ratio: Between 3.5 and 5.0 (moderate risk)
High Ratio: Above 5.0 (higher risk)