--- title: LDL/HDL Ratio Test type: biomarker url: "https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/ldl-hdl-ratio" also_known_as: - ldl/hdl ratio - ldl hdl ratio category: Heart Health units: - ratio order_price_usd: 24.99 order_item: Lipid Panel with LDL/HDL Ratio order_url: "https://www.test-well.com/tests/lipid-panel-with-ratios" reviewed_at: 2026-09-05 --- # LDL/HDL Ratio > LDL/HDL Ratio is measured with a standard blood draw after an 8–12 hour fast. A typical reference range is 0.000 – 3.50 ratio. At TestWell it's $24.99 all-in as Lipid Panel with LDL/HDL Ratio, results in 1–3 business days, drawn at Quest or Labcorp. An out-of-range result is a prompt to look closer, not a diagnosis. Also known as: ldl/hdl ratio, ldl hdl ratio. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Units | ratio | | Sample | Blood draw | | Fasting | 8–12 hours | | Results | 1–3 business days | | Price | $24.99 | | Labs | Quest or Labcorp | ## What does LDL/HDL Ratio measure? A simple ratio combining LDL and HDL into one risk number. Lower is generally better. ## What is the normal range for LDL/HDL Ratio? | Population | Reference range | | --- | --- | | age 18+ | 0.000 – 3.50 ratio | Reference intervals differ slightly between labs; the range printed on your report is the one to interpret against. Ranges are usually set so 95% of healthy people fall inside them. ## What does a high LDL/HDL Ratio mean? Above 3.5 suggests elevated cardiovascular risk; below 2.0 is considered ideal. ## How do you get tested for LDL/HDL Ratio? | Order | Type | Price | Includes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Lipid Panel with LDL/HDL Ratio](https://www.test-well.com/tests/lipid-panel-with-ratios) | Single test | $24.99 | This marker | ## Quest vs Labcorp vs BioReference | Lab | Available | Price | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Quest Diagnostics | Yes | $24.99 | Choose Quest at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | Labcorp | Yes | $24.99 | Choose Labcorp at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | BioReference (NY & NJ) | No | — | Not available in NY/NJ for this test. | - [What a high LDL/HDL Ratio means (causes, symptoms, next steps)](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/ldl-hdl-ratio/high) ## Common questions about LDL/HDL Ratio ### Do I need a doctor's order to test my ldl/hdl ratio? No. TestWell's licensed physician network reviews and approves your order — usually within minutes. You can place an order online without an in-person visit or a referral from your own doctor. ### How long does it take to get LDL/HDL Ratio results? Most LDL/HDL Ratio results are available in 1–3 business days after your specimen arrives at the lab. You'll get an email the moment your results are ready, with everything viewable in your TestWell portal. ### How much does a LDL/HDL Ratio test cost? Our Lipid Panel with LDL/HDL Ratio starts at $24.99. That's the all-in price — no copays, no insurance hoops, no surprise bills. HSA and FSA cards are accepted. ### Do I need to fast before my LDL/HDL Ratio test? Yes — for the most accurate result, fast for 8–12 hours before your blood draw. Water is fine; coffee, food, and supplements are not. Your prep instructions will be included with your order. ### Which lab will process my LDL/HDL Ratio test? Your test will be processed by Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp, or BioReference depending on which is closest to you and which lab carries the test. All three are CLIA-certified and trusted by hospitals nationwide. You'll choose your lab during checkout from 4,000+ locations. ## Sources - [American Heart Association](https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol) - [MedlinePlus (NIH) — Cholesterol Levels](https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/cholesterol-levels/) ## Related biomarkers - [Total Cholesterol](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/total-cholesterol) - [HDL Cholesterol](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/hdl-cholesterol) - [LDL Cholesterol](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/ldl-cholesterol) - [Triglycerides](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/triglycerides) - [Non-HDL Cholesterol](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/non-hdl-cholesterol) - [VLDL Cholesterol](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/vldl-cholesterol) - [Reference range lookup tool](https://www.test-well.com/tools/reference-range-lookup) - [Lab unit converter](https://www.test-well.com/tools/lab-unit-converter) - [All biomarkers](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers) --- Medically reviewed by Youmna DiStefano, MD (Medical Reviewer, TestWell); last reviewed 2026-09-05. Review policy: https://www.test-well.com/reviewers/youmna-distefano-md Canonical page: https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/ldl-hdl-ratio Machine-readable catalog: https://www.test-well.com/api/catalog.json · MCP server: https://www.test-well.com/mcp · Overview for agents: https://www.test-well.com/llms.txt Prices are cash-pay, in USD, and include physician authorization; every order adds one flat $6 lab processing fee. Educational content is not a diagnosis — discuss results with a clinician.