HDL-C stands for which component?

HDL-C stands for which component?

• A. High-Density Lipoprotein
• B. High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol
• C. High-Dose Lipoprotein Cholesterol
• D. High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol

Answer: (D)

HDL-C stands for High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol—the cholesterol content carried within the high-density lipoprotein particles. The “C” indicates cholesterol, which is what the lab reports when it provides HDL cholesterol on a lipid panel. This is different from just the HDL particle itself (which would be the term without the “Cholesterol”). In clinical practice, HDL-C describes the amount of cholesterol associated with HDL, and higher levels are generally considered protective against cardiovascular risk.

HDL-C stands for High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol—the cholesterol content carried within the high-density lipoprotein particles. The “C” indicates cholesterol, which is what the lab reports when it provides HDL cholesterol on a lipid panel. This is different from just the HDL particle itself (which would be the term without the “Cholesterol”). In clinical practice, HDL-C describes the amount of cholesterol associated with HDL, and higher levels are generally considered protective against cardiovascular risk.