Is HDL cholesterol 166 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 166 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 166 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	40.664
5-10 years	41.339
10-15 years	42.025
15-20 years	42.723
20-25 years	43.432
25-30 years	44.153
30-35 years	44.886
35-40 years	45.631
40-45 years	46.388
45-50 years	47.158
50-55 years	47.941
55-60 years	48.737
60-70 years	49.546
70-80 years	50.368
80-90 years	51.204
90-100 years	52.054
>100 years	52.918

*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	40.684
5-10 years	41.38
10-15 years	42.088
15-20 years	42.808
20-25 years	43.54
25-30 years	44.284
30-35 years	45.041
35-40 years	45.811
40-45 years	46.594
45-50 years	47.391
50-55 years	48.201
55-60 years	49.025
60-70 years	49.863
70-80 years	50.716
80-90 years	51.583
90-100 years	52.465
>100 years	53.362

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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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