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LDL cholesterol: convert mmol/L to mg/dL

mg/dL = mmol/L × 38.65

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Conversion formulas

mmol/L → mg/dLmg/dL = mmol/L × 38.65
mg/dL → mmol/Lmmol/L = mg/dL × 0.02587

Conversion table

Highlighted: values inside the adult reference range.

mmol/Lmg/dL
0.519.33
138.65
1.557.98
277.31
2.596.64
3116
3.5135.3
4154.6
4.5173.9
5193.3
5.5212.6
6231.9

Reference range

0 – 2.59 mmol/L = 0 – 100.1 mg/dL

Source: MedlinePlus (NLM): LDL test · Last reviewed: 2026-10-14

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert LDL cholesterol from mmol/L to mg/dL?

mg/dL = mmol/L × 38.65. For example, 1.5 mmol/L equals 58 mg/dL.

How many mg/dL are 1.5 mmol/L?

1.5 mmol/L equal 58 mg/dL (LDL cholesterol).

How do I convert LDL cholesterol from mg/dL back to mmol/L?

mmol/L = mg/dL × 0.02587.

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