A triglyceride level below 150 mg/dL is considered normal, while anything above 200 mg/dL is considered high. High triglycerides occur in about 10 percent of people. Very high levels (over 1,000 mg/dL) are rare. High triglycerides appear to be more common in men than women, and also appear to be more common in Caucasians than in African Americans. If your triglyceride level is high, a healthcare provider may recommend treating a certain medical condition, taking medications, or making lifestyle changes.
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