What is the relation between cholesterol and heart disease?
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No, if your total cholesterol is less than 200 mg/dL, you generally do not need to worry too much about an increased risk of heart disease based on that cholesterol level alone. Here's a more detailed explanation: However, other factors also influence your overall heart disease risk, such as: ....
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Research studies have found a strong connection between heart disease and cholesterol levels. You may need to get a blood test called a lipid profile to check your levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol, HDL (good) cholesterol, and triglycerides. This test can help determine your risk of developing heart disease.