Is HDL cholesterol 38 low, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 38 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 38 is a Low HDL cholesterol level.

Low 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	41.52
5-10 years	43.098
10-15 years	44.736
15-20 years	46.436
20-25 years	48.201
25-30 years	50.033
30-35 years	51.934
35-40 years	53.907
40-45 years	55.955
45-50 years	58.081
50-55 years	57.997
55-60 years	57.913
60-70 years	57.83
70-80 years	57.747
80-90 years	59.941
90-100 years	59.855
>100 years	59.768

*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	41.566
5-10 years	43.193
10-15 years	44.884
15-20 years	46.641
20-25 years	48.467
25-30 years	50.364
30-35 years	52.335
35-40 years	54.383
40-45 years	56.512
45-50 years	58.724
50-55 years	58.634
55-60 years	58.544
60-70 years	58.454
70-80 years	58.365
80-90 years	58.275
90-100 years	58.186
>100 years	58.096

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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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