LDL-C/Apob Ratio Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the LDL-C/Apob Ratio (R) is:

\[ R = \frac{L}{A} \]

Where:

LDL-C/Apob Ratio (R): A measure used to evaluate the relationship between low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and Apolipoprotein B (Apob). LDL-C is often referred to as “bad cholesterol” because high levels can lead to plaque buildup in arteries and result in cardiovascular diseases. Apob is a protein that is a component of LDL particles. The ratio helps in assessing the number of LDL particles relative to the amount of cholesterol they carry, providing a more detailed understanding of cardiovascular risk.

Let's say the LDL cholesterol (L) is 130 mg/dL and the Apolipoprotein B (A) is 80 mg/dL. Using the formula:

\[ R = \frac{130}{80} = 1.625 \]

So, the LDL-C/Apob ratio (R) is 1.625.