Is Cholesterol 279 high, normal or dangerous? What does Cholesterol level 279 mean?

Your Cholesterol level of 279 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	41.116
5-10 years	42.263
10-15 years	43.442
15-20 years	44.654
20-25 years	45.9
25-30 years	47.181
30-35 years	48.497
35-40 years	49.85
40-45 years	51.241
45-50 years	52.671
50-55 years	54.141
55-60 years	55.652
60-70 years	57.205
70-80 years	58.801
80-90 years	60.442
90-100 years	62.128
>100 years	63.861

*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	41.149
5-10 years	42.331
10-15 years	43.547
15-20 years	44.798
20-25 years	46.085
25-30 years	47.409
30-35 years	48.771
35-40 years	50.173
40-45 years	51.615
45-50 years	53.098
50-55 years	54.624
55-60 years	56.194
60-70 years	57.809
70-80 years	59.47
80-90 years	61.179
90-100 years	62.937
>100 years	64.746

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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