Triglycerides in Serum

Triglycerides are the main form of fat circulating in the blood, produced from excess dietary energy (mostly carbohydrates) and stored or transported as a key fuel source for the body.
Also known as:
Triacylglycerols
S-TAG
TAG
TG
.

Triglycerides ranges

Interpret your result
"Normal" lab range for Triglycerides is between 40 and 150 mg/dL:
40
150
According to Peter Attia, Triglycerides should be below 100 mg/dL:
100
According to OptimalDx, Triglycerides should be between 70 and 80 mg/dL:
80
Optimal range
Optimal range for Triglycerides appears to be between 70 and 80 mg/dL:
40
80
150
350
Why this optimal range?
Preliminary range is based on functional health organizations including but not limited to those listed above.
Your interpretation
For low
For high

Common reasons for low Triglycerides:

  • Low Triglycerides is seen in low carbohydrate intake / calorie deficit.

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