Is Chol HDL ratio 1.72 low, normal or dangerous? What does Cholesterol HDL ratio level 1.72 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 15, 2026

Your Chol HDL ratio level of 1.72 is a Low Chol HDL ratio level.

A chol HDL ratio level of 1.72 Ratio usually means good cholesterol is high relative to bad cholesterol. It suggests low risk of heart disease. Low levels of chol HDL ratio typically do not cause symptoms and are beneficial for heart health. This can be caused by regular exercise, healthy diet, certain medications, or genetic factors. Further tests are often needed to identify the cause and guide appropriate treatment.

Low Chol HDL ratio levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 3.3 Ratio and 4.4 Ratio. 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 Chol HDL ratio range for men is :3.3 - 4.4 Ratio

Ideal values of Chol HDL ratio depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Chol HDL ratio value
<5 years	3.357
5-10 years	3.415
10-15 years	3.474
15-20 years	3.534
20-25 years	3.595
25-30 years	3.657
30-35 years	3.72
35-40 years	3.784
40-45 years	3.849
45-50 years	3.915
50-55 years	3.982
55-60 years	4.05
60-70 years	4.12
70-80 years	4.191
80-90 years	4.263
90-100 years	4.336
>100 years	4.335

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

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Chol HDL ratio levels include:

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

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Normal range of Chol HDL ratio found among women :3.3-4.4 Ratio

Ideal values of Chol HDL ratio depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Chol HDL ratio value
<5 years	3.358
5-10 years	3.417
10-15 years	3.478
15-20 years	3.54
20-25 years	3.603
25-30 years	3.667
30-35 years	3.732
35-40 years	3.798
40-45 years	3.865
45-50 years	3.933
50-55 years	4.003
55-60 years	4.074
60-70 years	4.146
70-80 years	4.219
80-90 years	4.294
90-100 years	4.37
>100 years	4.368

If you take a Chol HDL ratio blood test and the results are not in the normal range (3.3-4.4 Ratio), 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 Chol HDL ratio Test Is Done :

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

Medical References

• Mayo Clinic – Cholesterol ratio or non-HDL cholesterol: Which is most important?
• Cleveland Clinic – Cholesterol: Understanding Levels & Numbers
• NIH – Cholesterol and coronary heart disease: predicting risks by levels and ratios

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