Is HDL cholesterol 157 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 157 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 157 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	40.628
5-10 years	41.266
10-15 years	41.914
15-20 years	42.572
20-25 years	43.24
25-30 years	43.919
30-35 years	44.609
35-40 years	45.309
40-45 years	46.02
45-50 years	46.743
50-55 years	47.477
55-60 years	48.222
60-70 years	48.979
70-80 years	49.748
80-90 years	50.529
90-100 years	51.322
>100 years	52.128

*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	40.647
5-10 years	41.304
10-15 years	41.972
15-20 years	42.651
20-25 years	43.341
25-30 years	44.042
30-35 years	44.754
35-40 years	45.478
40-45 years	46.213
45-50 years	46.96
50-55 years	47.719
55-60 years	48.491
60-70 years	49.275
70-80 years	50.072
80-90 years	50.882
90-100 years	51.705
>100 years	52.541

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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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