An optimal level of non- HDL cholesterol for most people is less than 130 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL), which is 3.37 millimoles per liter (mmol/L). For people with a history of heart attack, the desired level may be lower.
Interpreting the numbers In the United States, cholesterol levels are measured in milligrams (mg) of cholesterol per deciliter (dL) of blood. In Canada and many European countries, cholesterol levels are measured in millimoles per liter (mmol/L). To interpret your test results, use these general guidelines.
A reading between 140 and 199 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L and 11.0 mmol/L) means you have prediabetes. If your provider thinks you may have type 1 diabetes, they may test your urine to look for the presence of ketones.
Cholesterol levels are measured in milligrams (mg) of cholesterol per deciliter (dL) of blood or millimoles (mmol) of cholesterol per liter (L) of blood. For HDL cholesterol, higher numbers are better.
In Canada and many European countries, cholesterol levels are measured in millimoles per liter (mmol/L). To understand your test results, use these general guidelines.