Is Cholesterol 261 high, normal or dangerous? What does Cholesterol level 261 mean?

Your Cholesterol level of 261 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	41.044
5-10 years	42.115
10-15 years	43.214
15-20 years	44.342
20-25 years	45.499
25-30 years	46.687
30-35 years	47.906
35-40 years	49.156
40-45 years	50.439
45-50 years	51.755
50-55 years	53.106
55-60 years	54.492
60-70 years	55.914
70-80 years	57.373
80-90 years	58.87
90-100 years	60.407
>100 years	61.984

*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	41.075
5-10 years	42.179
10-15 years	43.313
15-20 years	44.477
20-25 years	45.673
25-30 years	46.901
30-35 years	48.162
35-40 years	49.457
40-45 years	50.787
45-50 years	52.152
50-55 years	53.554
55-60 years	54.994
60-70 years	56.472
70-80 years	57.99
80-90 years	59.549
90-100 years	61.15
>100 years	62.794

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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