Triglycerides Converter

Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in the body, storing unused calories and providing energy. They are measured as part of a lipid panel to assess cardiovascular risk. The US uses mg/dL while most other countries use mmol/L. Normal triglyceride levels are below 150 mg/dL (1.7 mmol/L). Borderline high is 150-199 mg/dL (1.7-2.2 mmol/L), high is 200-499 mg/dL (2.3-5.6 mmol/L), and very high is 500 mg/dL (5.7 mmol/L) or above. The conversion factor is 88.57: to convert mmol/L to mg/dL, multiply by 88.57. High triglycerides can contribute to hardening of arteries (atherosclerosis) and increase the risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart disease. Lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and alcohol consumption significantly affect triglyceride levels.