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

📅 Medical Review Date: November 24, 2025

Your HDL cholesterol level of 148 is a High HDL cholesterol level.

An HDL cholesterol level of 148 mg/dL is actually beneficial for health. It usually means good cholesterol is high, which helps remove bad cholesterol from the body. High levels of HDL cholesterol typically do not cause any symptoms and are associated with lower risk of heart disease and stroke. This can be improved by regular exercise, healthy diet, and weight management. Further tests are often needed to assess complete lipid profile.

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.

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

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

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.

Medical References

• MedlinePlus – HDL test
• Cleveland Clinic – HDL: Why It Is “Good” Cholesterol
• Mayo Clinic – Cholesterol test

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