Is HDL cholesterol 148 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 148 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 148 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	40.592
5-10 years	41.193
10-15 years	41.803
15-20 years	42.422
20-25 years	43.05
25-30 years	43.687
30-35 years	44.334
35-40 years	44.99
40-45 years	45.656
45-50 years	46.332
50-55 years	47.018
55-60 years	47.714
60-70 years	48.42
70-80 years	49.137
80-90 years	49.864
90-100 years	50.602
>100 years	51.351

*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	40.61
5-10 years	41.229
10-15 years	41.857
15-20 years	42.495
20-25 years	43.143
25-30 years	43.801
30-35 years	44.469
35-40 years	45.147
40-45 years	45.835
45-50 years	46.534
50-55 years	47.243
55-60 years	47.963
60-70 years	48.694
70-80 years	49.436
80-90 years	50.19
90-100 years	50.955
>100 years	51.732

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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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