Is Direct LDL cholesterol 137 high, normal or dangerous? What does Direct LDL cholesterol level 137 mean?

Your Direct LDL cholesterol level of 137 is a High Direct LDL cholesterol level.

High Direct LDL cholesterol levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 40 mg/dL and 100 mg/dL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal Direct LDL cholesterol range for men is :40 - 100 mg/dL

Ideal values of Direct LDL cholesterol depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	40.548
5-10 years	41.104
10-15 years	41.667
15-20 years	42.238
20-25 years	42.817
25-30 years	43.404
30-35 years	43.999
35-40 years	44.602
40-45 years	45.213
45-50 years	45.832
50-55 years	46.46
55-60 years	47.097
60-70 years	47.742
70-80 years	48.396
80-90 years	49.059
90-100 years	49.731
>100 years	50.412

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase LDL cholesterol levels include:

• Lupus
• Chronic kidney disease
• Diabetes
• Familial hypercholesterolemia
• Hypothyroidism

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Normal range of Direct LDL cholesterol found among women :40-100 mg/dL

Ideal values of Direct LDL cholesterol depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	40.564
5-10 years	41.136
10-15 years	41.716
15-20 years	42.305
20-25 years	42.902
25-30 years	43.507
30-35 years	44.121
35-40 years	44.744
40-45 years	45.375
45-50 years	46.015
50-55 years	46.664
55-60 years	47.322
60-70 years	47.99
70-80 years	48.667
80-90 years	49.354
90-100 years	50.05
>100 years	50.756

If you take a Direct LDL cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (40-100 mg/dL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Direct LDL cholesterol Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Direct LDL cholesterol test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Direct LDL cholesterol levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Direct LDL cholesterol test results are usually available within a few hours.

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