Is HDL cholesterol 74 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 74 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 74 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.

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	42.96
5-10 years	46.139
10-15 years	49.553
15-20 years	53.22
20-25 years	57.158
25-30 years	56.845
30-35 years	56.534
35-40 years	56.225
40-45 years	55.917
45-50 years	55.611
50-55 years	59.726
55-60 years	59.399
60-70 years	59.074
70-80 years	58.75
80-90 years	58.429
90-100 years	58.109
>100 years	57.791

*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	43.049
5-10 years	46.33
10-15 years	49.861
15-20 years	53.661
20-25 years	57.751
25-30 years	57.416
30-35 years	57.082
35-40 years	56.751
40-45 years	56.422
45-50 years	56.094
50-55 years	55.768
55-60 years	55.444
60-70 years	59.67
70-80 years	59.323
80-90 years	58.979
90-100 years	58.636
>100 years	58.295

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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