Is Direct LDL cholesterol 183 high, normal or dangerous? What does Direct LDL cholesterol level 183 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 15, 2025

Your Direct LDL cholesterol level of 183 is a High Direct LDL cholesterol level.

High Direct LDL cholesterol levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 40 mg/dL and 100 mg/dL. 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 Direct LDL cholesterol range for men is :40 - 100 mg/dL

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

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	40.732
5-10 years	41.477
10-15 years	42.236
15-20 years	43.009
20-25 years	43.796
25-30 years	44.597
30-35 years	45.413
35-40 years	46.244
40-45 years	47.09
45-50 years	47.952
50-55 years	48.83
55-60 years	49.724
60-70 years	50.634
70-80 years	51.561
80-90 years	52.505
90-100 years	53.466
>100 years	54.444

*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 :40-100 mg/dL

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

Age	Ideal Direct LDL cholesterol value
<5 years	40.754
5-10 years	41.522
10-15 years	42.305
15-20 years	43.102
20-25 years	43.914
25-30 years	44.742
30-35 years	45.585
35-40 years	46.444
40-45 years	47.319
45-50 years	48.211
50-55 years	49.12
55-60 years	50.046
60-70 years	50.989
70-80 years	51.95
80-90 years	52.929
90-100 years	53.927
>100 years	54.943

If you take a Direct LDL cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (40-100 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 orders a Direct LDL cholesterol test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Direct LDL cholesterol levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Direct LDL cholesterol test results are usually available within a few hours.

Medical References

• NIH – Measuring LDL-cholesterol: What is the best way to do it?
• NIH – Seven direct methods for measuring HDL and LDL cholesterol compared with ultracentrifugation reference measurement procedures

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