Table 1 Categories of hypertriglyceridemia and goals of therapy
From: Egyptian practical guidance in hypertriglyceridemia management 2021
| Category of HTG | Fasting TG level (mg/dl) | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Mild | 150–199 | Reduce ASCVD risk and risk of pancreatitis |
| Moderate | 200–499 | |
| Severe | ≥ 500 | |
| Very severe | ≥ 1000 |