Is HDL cholesterol 23 low, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 23 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 23 is a Low HDL cholesterol level.

Low 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	40.92
5-10 years	41.861
10-15 years	42.824
15-20 years	43.809
20-25 years	44.817
25-30 years	45.848
30-35 years	46.903
35-40 years	47.982
40-45 years	49.086
45-50 years	50.215
50-55 years	51.37
55-60 years	52.552
60-70 years	53.761
70-80 years	54.998
80-90 years	56.263
90-100 years	57.557
>100 years	58.881

*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	40.948
5-10 years	41.918
10-15 years	42.911
15-20 years	43.928
20-25 years	44.969
25-30 years	46.034
30-35 years	47.125
35-40 years	48.241
40-45 years	49.384
45-50 years	50.554
50-55 years	51.752
55-60 years	52.978
60-70 years	54.233
70-80 years	55.518
80-90 years	56.833
90-100 years	58.179
>100 years	59.557

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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