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The cholesterol-lowering drug Simvastatin. Like other statins, this drug reduces the levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the body. Over 40 million Americans currently take statins.

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL), which is sometimes called "bad cholesterol," is associated with negative health effects when present in high amounts.

WebMD explains the tests used to diagnose high cholesterol, including a total cholesterol test, lipoprotein analysis, lipid panel, and LDL test.