Above the range
Common causes of a high Triglycerides
- Poorly controlled diabetes
- Obesity and high-carbohydrate diet
- Alcohol
- Hypothyroidism
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Above the range
What causes a high Triglycerides?
Normal range < 150 normal mg/dL (< 1.7 normal mmol/L SI). Specimen: Serum (fasting 9-12 h). See the full Triglycerides reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Triglycerides?
The standard teaching reference range for Triglycerides is < 150 normal mg/dL in conventional units, or < 1.7 normal mmol/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum (fasting 9-12 h).
| Specimen | Serum (fasting 9-12 h) |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | < 150 normal mg/dL |
| SI range | < 1.7 normal mmol/L |
| Critical value | > 500 mg/dL raises pancreatitis risk |
| Panel | Lipid Panel |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Triglycerides normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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