Non-HDL/Total Cholesterol Ratio

• A higher ratio means a greater proportion of cholesterol is in atherogenic particles
• Lower ratios indicate more protective HDL relative to harmful lipoproteins
• This ratio provides a quick assessment of the balance between atherogenic and protective cholesterol fractions

Non-HDL / Total Cholesterol

• This ratio expresses atherogenic cholesterol (non-HDL) as a proportion of total cholesterol, indicating what fraction of cholesterol contributes to cardiovascular risk

• High ratio: Asymptomatic but indicates unfavorable lipid profile with increased cardiovascular risk

• High ratio:
• Low HDL, elevated LDL/VLDL, metabolic syndrome, sedentary lifestyle, poor diet.
• Low ratio:
• High HDL, well-controlled LDL, healthy lifestyle.