Is Cholesterol 248 high, normal or dangerous? What does Cholesterol level 248 mean?

Your Cholesterol level of 248 is a High Cholesterol level.

High Cholesterol levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 0 mg/dL to 200 mg/dL suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

Normal range of Cholesterol found among men :0 - 200 mg/dL

Ideal values of Cholesterol depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Cholesterol value
<5 years	40.992
5-10 years	42.009
10-15 years	43.051
15-20 years	44.119
20-25 years	45.213
25-30 years	46.334
30-35 years	47.483
35-40 years	48.661
40-45 years	49.868
45-50 years	51.105
50-55 years	52.372
55-60 years	53.671
60-70 years	55.002
70-80 years	56.366
80-90 years	57.764
90-100 years	59.197
>100 years	60.665

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

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Cholesterol levels include:

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

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Normal range of Cholesterol found among women :0-200 mg/dL

Ideal values of Cholesterol depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Cholesterol value
<5 years	41.022
5-10 years	42.07
10-15 years	43.145
15-20 years	44.247
20-25 years	45.377
25-30 years	46.536
30-35 years	47.725
35-40 years	48.944
40-45 years	50.194
45-50 years	51.476
50-55 years	52.791
55-60 years	54.139
60-70 years	55.522
70-80 years	56.94
80-90 years	58.394
90-100 years	59.886
>100 years	61.416

If you take a Cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (0-200 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 Cholesterol Test Is Done :

When your doctor recommends a Cholesterol test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of Cholesterol. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Cholesterol test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.

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