What is a desirable level for LDL (bad) cholesterol?
A desirable level for LDL (bad) cholesterol is under 100 mg/dL. Here are the ranges for LDL cholesterol levels. Do you know how your LDL level compares? If your LDL Cholesterol Level is Less than 100 mg/dL, then this is an Optimal Category. If your LDL Cholesterol Level is 100 to 129 mg/dL, then this is a Near optimal Category. If your LDL Cholesterol Level is 130 to 159 mg/dL, then this is a Borderline high Category. If your LDL Cholesterol Level is 160 to 190 mg/dL, then this is a High Category.