The ASCVD calculator (ACC/AHA) estimates your probability of heart attack or stroke in the next 10 years. You need a few values from your last blood test.
This is the same equation cardiologists use to decide whether to start statin therapy. Now you can calculate it yourself.
Male
Female
Age
50 yrs
Valid: 40–79 years
Total cholesterol
From your fasting lipid panel.
200 mg/dL
Desirable: <200Borderline: 200–239High: ≥240
HDL cholesterol
The "good" cholesterol. Higher HDL = lower risk.
50 mg/dL
Low: <40M/<50FNormal: 40–59Optimal: ≥60
Systolic pressure
The top number in your blood pressure reading.
120 mmHg
Normal: <120Elevated: 120–129HTA: ≥130
Additional factors
Select all that apply to your case.
On blood pressure medication
Current smoker
Diabetes
African American / Afro-Caribbean
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10-year risk
Your calculated risk–
Average risk for your age–
Difference vs average–
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