The VLDL Cholesterol Calculator estimates Very Low-Density Lipoprotein (VLDL) levels using triglycerides to evaluate cardiovascular and metabolic risk.
Formula:
VLDL is calculated as a fraction of triglycerides (TG):
VLDL (mg/dL) =
Triglycerides (mg/dL)
5
*Part of Friedewald formula (use when Triglycerides < 400 mg/dL)
For SI units (mmol/L):
VLDL (mmol/L) =
Triglycerides (mmol/L)
2.2
🧮 VLDL Cholesterol Calculator
📐 Formulas:
- Conventional Units:VLDL (mg/dL) = Triglycerides (mg/dL) 5*Part of Friedewald formula (use when Triglycerides < 400 mg/dL)
- SI Units:VLDL (mmol/L) = Triglycerides (mmol/L) 2.2
Select the unit system below and enter the triglyceride value accordingly.
🖊️ Enter the Values:
How to Use the Calculator
- Input Triglycerides: Enter your triglyceride level (in mg/dL or mmol/L).
- Calculate VLDL:
- For mg/dL: Divide triglycerides by 5.
- For mmol/L: Divide triglycerides by 2.2.
Example Calculation
- Triglycerides = 150 mg/dL
VLDL (mg/dL) = Triglycerides (mg/dL) 5VLDL (mg/dL) = 150 (mg/dL) 5 = 30 (mg/dL)Normal VLDL Ranges
Category VLDL (mg/dL) VLDL (mmol/L) Normal 5–40 0.13–1.04 Borderline High 40–50 1.04–1.29 High >50 >1.29 Clinical Significance
- High VLDL: Linked to atherosclerosis, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and pancreatitis.
- Low VLDL: Rare; may occur with malnutrition or hyperthyroidism.
Key Notes
- Limitations:
- Formula assumes fasting triglycerides <400 mg/dL (non-fasting results are less accurate).
- Use direct measurement if triglycerides ≥400 mg/dL.
- Unit Conversions:
- Triglycerides (mg/dL → mmol/L): Divide by 88.5.
- VLDL (mg/dL → mmol/L): Divide by 38.67.
VLDL vs. Other Lipoproteins
Lipoprotein Primary Role Associated Risk VLDL Transports triglycerides Atherosclerosis, pancreatitis LDL Transports cholesterol Cardiovascular disease HDL Removes excess cholesterol Protective When to Test VLDL
- High triglycerides on lipid panel.
- Suspected metabolic syndrome or insulin resistance.
- Family history of lipid disorders.
