Is HDL cholesterol 217 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 217 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 217 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	40.868
5-10 years	41.755
10-15 years	42.661
15-20 years	43.587
20-25 years	44.533
25-30 years	45.499
30-35 years	46.486
35-40 years	47.495
40-45 years	48.526
45-50 years	49.579
50-55 years	50.655
55-60 years	51.754
60-70 years	52.877
70-80 years	54.024
80-90 years	55.196
90-100 years	56.394
>100 years	57.618

*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	40.894
5-10 years	41.808
10-15 years	42.742
15-20 years	43.697
20-25 years	44.674
25-30 years	45.673
30-35 years	46.694
35-40 years	47.738
40-45 years	48.805
45-50 years	49.896
50-55 years	51.011
55-60 years	52.151
60-70 years	53.317
70-80 years	54.509
80-90 years	55.727
90-100 years	56.973
>100 years	58.246

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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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