Is HDL cholesterol 106 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 106 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 106 is a High HDL cholesterol level.

High HDL cholesterol levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 40 mg/dL and 60 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.

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The normal HDL cholesterol range for men is :40 - 60 mg/dL

**Ideal values of HDL cholesterol depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal HDL cholesterol value
<5 years	40.424
5-10 years	40.852
10-15 years	41.285
15-20 years	41.723
20-25 years	42.165
25-30 years	42.612
30-35 years	43.064
35-40 years	43.52
40-45 years	43.981
45-50 years	44.447
50-55 years	44.918
55-60 years	45.394
60-70 years	45.875
70-80 years	46.361
80-90 years	46.852
90-100 years	47.349
>100 years	47.851

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

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Some examples of conditions that decrease HDL cholesterol levels include:

Liver disease
Taking certain drugs such as corticosteroids
Chronic kidney disease
Lupus
Diabetes

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Normal range of HDL cholesterol found among women :40-60 mg/dL

**Ideal values of HDL cholesterol depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal HDL cholesterol value
<5 years	40.437
5-10 years	40.878
10-15 years	41.324
15-20 years	41.775
20-25 years	42.231
25-30 years	42.692
30-35 years	43.158
35-40 years	43.629
40-45 years	44.105
45-50 years	44.587
50-55 years	45.074
55-60 years	45.566
60-70 years	46.063
70-80 years	46.566
80-90 years	47.074
90-100 years	47.588
>100 years	48.108

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If you take a HDL cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (40-60 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 HDL cholesterol Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a HDL cholesterol test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your HDL cholesterol levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your HDL cholesterol test results are usually available within a few hours.

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