Is Direct LDL cholesterol 37 low, normal or dangerous? What does Direct LDL cholesterol level 37 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: October 9, 2025

Your Direct LDL cholesterol level of 37 is a Low Direct LDL cholesterol level.

Low 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	41.48
5-10 years	43.015
10-15 years	44.607
15-20 years	46.257
20-25 years	47.969
25-30 years	49.744
30-35 years	51.585
35-40 years	53.494
40-45 years	55.473
45-50 years	57.526
50-55 years	59.654
55-60 years	61.861
60-70 years	64.15
70-80 years	66.524
80-90 years	68.985
90-100 years	71.537
>100 years	74.184

*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

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	41.524
5-10 years	43.106
10-15 years	44.749
15-20 years	46.454
20-25 years	48.224
25-30 years	50.062
30-35 years	51.97
35-40 years	53.951
40-45 years	56.007
45-50 years	58.141
50-55 years	60.357
55-60 years	62.657
60-70 years	65.045
70-80 years	67.524
80-90 years	70.097
90-100 years	72.768
>100 years	75.541

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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