Target LDL by Risk Calculator

Estimate a personalized LDL‑cholesterol goal from your clinical risk profile. Choose guideline, enter labs and key conditions, and instantly see the target in mg/dL and mmol/L, required percent reduction, and therapy intensity suggestions. Built for clinicians and power users, it supports ASCVD, diabetes, CKD and LDL≥190 scenarios with clear explanations and printable results. Audit trail, comparison mode, and export options.

Inputs

Years
mg/dL
= mmol/L shown after entry
%
If known from a risk estimator, enter here to refine category.

Results

Enter values and select a guideline to see your personalized LDL‑C target and recommendations.

Notes

  • Targets shown here are pragmatic and for education; real guidelines often use treatment thresholds and % reductions.
  • Unit conversion: mmol/L = mg/dL × 0.02586.
  • All decisions require clinical context, patient preferences, and local guidance.

FAQs

1) What risk categories does this tool use?

It supports low, borderline/moderate, intermediate/high, and very‑high (plus extreme for recurrent events) categories depending on the selected guideline.

2) Which guidelines are available?

You can compare pragmatic ACC/AHA targets with ESC/EAS 2019 targets. Actual statements emphasize percentage reduction and treatment thresholds.

3) Do I need to enter a 10‑year risk percentage?

No. The tool can infer risk from conditions like clinical ASCVD, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and very high baseline LDL‑C. If you know your risk score, add it to refine the category.

4) How is the “needed reduction” calculated?

It is the percent drop from your current LDL‑C required to reach the displayed target: ((current − target) ÷ current) × 100.

5) Are drug recommendations included?

Only general intensity suggestions are shown. Specific medicines, doses, or changes must be decided with a qualified clinician.

6) Why do targets differ between guidelines?

Different organizations use different evidence grading and framing (goals vs thresholds). Very‑high‑risk categories typically have the lowest goals.

7) Is this medical advice?

No. This educational tool does not replace professional care. Always consult a clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any treatment.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for information only and does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. Use your local, up‑to‑date clinical guidance.

Important Note: All the Calculators listed in this site are for educational purpose only and we do not guarentee the accuracy of results. Please do consult with other sources as well.