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

HDL cholesterol 159

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

Ideal values of HDL cholesterol depending on age (male) :
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

Ideal values of HDL cholesterol depending on age (female) :
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

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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