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HDL-C

Meaning

HDL-C, or High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol, is commonly referred to as the “good cholesterol” due to its inverse association with cardiovascular risk. It represents the concentration of cholesterol contained within the high-density lipoprotein particles circulating in the bloodstream. Maintaining optimal levels of HDL-C is an important clinical metric, reflecting the body’s capacity for cholesterol efflux and anti-inflammatory action within the vascular system. This metric is a key component of a standard lipid panel used to assess metabolic health.