Is Direct LDL cholesterol 166 high, normal or dangerous? What does Direct LDL cholesterol level 166 mean?

Your Direct LDL cholesterol level of 166 is a High Direct LDL cholesterol level.

High Direct LDL cholesterol levels can be a sign of health issues. The typical range for normal levels is between 0 mg/dL and 100 mg/dL. If your levels fall outside this range, it's important to consult a doctor. Seeking medical advice for abnormal creatinine levels is suggested.

Normal range of Direct LDL cholesterol found among men :0 - 100 mg/dL

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

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	5.083
5-10 years	5.167
10-15 years	5.253
15-20 years	5.34
20-25 years	5.429
25-30 years	5.519
30-35 years	5.611
35-40 years	5.704
40-45 years	5.799
45-50 years	5.895
50-55 years	5.993
55-60 years	6.092
60-70 years	6.193
70-80 years	6.296
80-90 years	6.401
90-100 years	6.507
>100 years	6.615

*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 :0-100 mg/dL

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

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	5.085
5-10 years	5.172
10-15 years	5.26
15-20 years	5.35
20-25 years	5.441
25-30 years	5.534
30-35 years	5.629
35-40 years	5.725
40-45 years	5.823
45-50 years	5.923
50-55 years	6.024
55-60 years	6.127
60-70 years	6.232
70-80 years	6.339
80-90 years	6.447
90-100 years	6.557
>100 years	6.669

If you take a Direct LDL cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (0-100 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 recommends a Direct LDL cholesterol test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically to measure Direct LDL cholesterol levels. A pathologist, a specialist in disease study, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Direct LDL cholesterol test results are typically available within a few hours after the procedure.

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