Table 1 Clinical cut off values of Metabolic Syndrome components
| Component | Clinical Cut Off Value |
|---|---|
| Blood Glucose OR (taking anti diabetic medication) | > 100 mg/dL |
| High-density lipoprotein OR (taking medication for reduced HDL-C) | < 40 mg/dL in males; < 50 mg/dL in females |
| Triglycerides | > 150 mg/dL |
| Systolic Blood Pressure / Diastolic Blood Pressure OR (taking anti-hypertensive medication) | > 130 mmHg / > 85 mmHg |
| Waist Circumference | > 102 cm in males; > 88 cm in femalesa |