Is HDL cholesterol 159 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 159 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 159 is a High HDL cholesterol level.
High HDL cholesterol levels can be a sign of health issues. The typical range for normal levels is between 40 mg/dL and 60 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.
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Normal range of HDL cholesterol found among men :40 - 60 mg/dL
Age | Ideal HDL cholesterol value |
---|---|
<5 years | 40.636 |
5-10 years | 41.282 |
10-15 years | 41.938 |
15-20 years | 42.605 |
20-25 years | 43.282 |
25-30 years | 43.97 |
30-35 years | 44.669 |
35-40 years | 45.379 |
40-45 years | 46.101 |
45-50 years | 46.834 |
50-55 years | 47.579 |
55-60 years | 48.336 |
60-70 years | 49.105 |
70-80 years | 49.886 |
80-90 years | 50.679 |
90-100 years | 51.485 |
>100 years | 52.304 |
*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records
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Some examples of conditions that decrease HDL cholesterol levels include:
- Liver disease
- Taking certain drugs such as corticosteroids
- Chronic kidney disease
- Lupus
- Diabetes

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Normal range of HDL cholesterol found among women :40-60 mg/dL
Age | Ideal HDL cholesterol value |
---|---|
<5 years | 40.655 |
5-10 years | 41.321 |
10-15 years | 41.998 |
15-20 years | 42.686 |
20-25 years | 43.385 |
25-30 years | 44.096 |
30-35 years | 44.818 |
35-40 years | 45.552 |
40-45 years | 46.298 |
45-50 years | 47.056 |
50-55 years | 47.827 |
55-60 years | 48.61 |
60-70 years | 49.406 |
70-80 years | 50.215 |
80-90 years | 51.037 |
90-100 years | 51.873 |
>100 years | 52.723 |
Also Read :Symptoms of High HDL cholesterol
If you take a HDL cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (40-60 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 HDL cholesterol Test Is Done :
When your doctor recommends a HDL cholesterol test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically to measure HDL cholesterol levels. A pathologist, a specialist in disease study, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your HDL cholesterol test results are typically available within a few hours after the procedure.
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