This version was machine-translated from German and has not been medically reviewed. The authoritative version is the German version.
Non-HDL cholesterol
Total cholesterol minus HDL – screening parameter even without fasting
Scientific basis
Fasting status
The Friedewald estimate of LDL requires a fasting sample (triglycerides rise postprandially). Non-HDL cholesterol is independent of this and is named by the NHLBI guideline as a screening parameter even without fasting.
Calculation aid for healthcare professionals: the calculator reproduces what the sources cited assign to the inputs. Clinical assessment and every treatment decision remain with the treating physician. Inputs and results are not stored.
Frequently asked questions
Non-HDL cholesterol: What does this calculator compute?
Calculates the non-HDL cholesterol (total cholesterol − HDL) and classifies it according to the cut-offs of the NHLBI expert panel 2011 for children and adolescents (< 120 acceptable, 120–144 borderline, ≥ 145 mg/dl high).
Non-HDL cholesterol: Which sources is this calculator based on?
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; American Academy of Pediatrics: Expert Panel on Integrated Guidelines for Cardiovascular Health and Risk Reduction in Children and Adolescents: Summary Report (Pediatrics 128 Suppl 5:S213–S256) – Table 9-1: Acceptable, borderline-high and high plasma lipid concentrations (2011)