LDL Cholesterol Calculator
Result
LDL Cholesterol Calculator (Friedewald) LDL Cholesterol Calculator (Friedewald) is a health and wellness calculator that helps you calculate a blood-related health metric. The formula used is: LDL = Total cholesterol − HDL − (Triglycerides ÷ 5) (mg/dL). E — free online calculator.
Formula
- LDL Cholesterol Calculator calculates its result from Total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides. It uses the formula LDL = Total cholesterol − HDL − (Triglycerides ÷ 5) (mg/dL). Change any input to recalculate the result instantly. This is an informational calculation and is not medical advice.
- The main inputs are Total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides. Enter them in the units and format shown in the calculator.
- Use the measurement units shown beside each field. The result is an estimate and should be interpreted in context.
- Changing any input above recalculates the result with the same calculation engine used by this page.
Example: LDL Cholesterol
- Total cholesterol: 200
- HDL cholesterol: 50
- Triglycerides: 150
Using Total cholesterol = 200, HDL cholesterol = 50, Triglycerides = 150, the calculated result is 120.
Sample result: Calculating…
Frequently asked questions
What does the LDL Cholesterol calculate?
LDL Cholesterol Calculator (Friedewald) LDL Cholesterol Calculator (Friedewald) is a health and wellness calculator that helps you calculate a blood-related health metric. The formula used is: LDL = Total cholesterol − HDL − (Triglycerides ÷ 5) (mg/dL). E — free online calculator.
Which values should I enter?
Enter Total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides using the units and format shown beside each field.
What formula does this calculator use?
The calculator uses the following relationship: LDL = Total cholesterol − HDL − (Triglycerides ÷ 5) (mg/dL).
Why might my result differ from another source?
Results can differ because measurement methods, rounding and assumptions vary. This calculator is an estimate and is not a medical diagnosis.
Does the result update automatically?
Yes. Changing an input updates the result using the same calculation engine shown on this page.