Is HDL cholesterol 173 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 173 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 173 is a High HDL cholesterol level.

High HDL cholesterol levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 40 mg/dL to 60 mg/dL suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

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

Ideal values of HDL cholesterol depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal HDL cholesterol value
<5 years	40.692
5-10 years	41.396
10-15 years	42.112
15-20 years	42.841
20-25 years	43.582
25-30 years	44.336
30-35 years	45.103
35-40 years	45.883
40-45 years	46.677
45-50 years	47.485
50-55 years	48.306
55-60 years	49.142
60-70 years	49.992
70-80 years	50.857
80-90 years	51.737
90-100 years	52.632
>100 years	53.543

*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	40.713
5-10 years	41.438
10-15 years	42.176
15-20 years	42.928
20-25 years	43.693
25-30 years	44.472
30-35 years	45.264
35-40 years	46.071
40-45 years	46.892
45-50 years	47.728
50-55 years	48.578
55-60 years	49.444
60-70 years	50.325
70-80 years	51.222
80-90 years	52.135
90-100 years	53.064
>100 years	54.01

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 recommends a HDL cholesterol test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of HDL cholesterol. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your HDL cholesterol test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.

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