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Help, How do I convert? Im dieting due to having a reading of 7.2. That was almost 2 weeks ago and in the meantime I bought a Cholestrack tester but it shows "TC mg/dl" and I don't understand it. My test today showed 207 TC mg/dl. I dont expect it to have dropped loads but I want to know what level I am as i-e 7.1. TIA
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.I agree with bednobs, there is a conversion equation but it is , in my opinion, complicated. The US and Europe uses two separate systems of measurement. I would guess that your kit is US made. Stick to one system.
Remember it is not the total cholesterol that is important it is the level of HDL (good cholesterol) which is the important fraction.
Your total cholesterol may be high, but it may be due to a high HDL which is a good thing.
HDL....High Density Lipoprotein (good cholesterol)
LDL....Low Density Lipoprotein (bad cholesterol)
Remember it is not the total cholesterol that is important it is the level of HDL (good cholesterol) which is the important fraction.
Your total cholesterol may be high, but it may be due to a high HDL which is a good thing.
HDL....High Density Lipoprotein (good cholesterol)
LDL....Low Density Lipoprotein (bad cholesterol)