Is HDL cholesterol 198 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 198 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 198 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	40.792
5-10 years	41.6
10-15 years	42.424
15-20 years	43.264
20-25 years	44.121
25-30 years	44.995
30-35 years	45.886
35-40 years	46.795
40-45 years	47.722
45-50 years	48.667
50-55 years	49.631
55-60 years	50.614
60-70 years	51.616
70-80 years	52.638
80-90 years	53.68
90-100 years	54.743
>100 years	55.827

*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	40.816
5-10 years	41.648
10-15 years	42.497
15-20 years	43.364
20-25 years	44.248
25-30 years	45.15
30-35 years	46.071
35-40 years	47.011
40-45 years	47.97
45-50 years	48.948
50-55 years	49.946
55-60 years	50.965
60-70 years	52.004
70-80 years	53.065
80-90 years	54.147
90-100 years	55.251
>100 years	56.378

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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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