Is Direct LDL cholesterol 120 high, normal or dangerous? What does Direct LDL cholesterol level 120 mean?

Your Direct LDL cholesterol level of 120 is a High Direct LDL cholesterol level.

High Direct LDL cholesterol levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 0 mg/dL to 100 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 Direct LDL cholesterol found among men :0 - 100 mg/dL

Ideal values of Direct LDL cholesterol depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	5.06
5-10 years	5.121
10-15 years	5.182
15-20 years	5.244
20-25 years	5.307
25-30 years	5.371
30-35 years	5.435
35-40 years	5.5
40-45 years	5.566
45-50 years	5.633
50-55 years	5.701
55-60 years	5.769
60-70 years	5.838
70-80 years	5.908
80-90 years	5.979
90-100 years	6.051
>100 years	6.124

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

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Some examples of conditions that increase LDL cholesterol levels include:

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

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Normal range of Direct LDL cholesterol found among women :0-100 mg/dL

Ideal values of Direct LDL cholesterol depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	5.062
5-10 years	5.125
10-15 years	5.188
15-20 years	5.252
20-25 years	5.317
25-30 years	5.383
30-35 years	5.45
35-40 years	5.517
40-45 years	5.585
45-50 years	5.654
50-55 years	5.724
55-60 years	5.795
60-70 years	5.867
70-80 years	5.94
80-90 years	6.013
90-100 years	6.087
>100 years	6.162

If you take a Direct LDL cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (0-100 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 Direct LDL cholesterol Test Is Done :

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

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