Is HDL cholesterol 40 normal, high or low? What does HDL cholesterol level 40 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 40 is a Normal HDL cholesterol level.

Normal 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	41.6
5-10 years	43.264
10-15 years	44.995
15-20 years	46.795
20-25 years	48.667
25-30 years	50.614
30-35 years	52.639
35-40 years	54.745
40-45 years	56.935
45-50 years	59.212
50-55 years	59.117
55-60 years	59.023
60-70 years	58.929
70-80 years	58.835
80-90 years	58.74
90-100 years	58.646
>100 years	58.552

*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	41.648
5-10 years	43.364
10-15 years	45.151
15-20 years	47.011
20-25 years	48.948
25-30 years	50.965
30-35 years	53.065
35-40 years	55.251
40-45 years	57.527
45-50 years	59.897
50-55 years	59.796
55-60 years	59.695
60-70 years	59.593
70-80 years	59.492
80-90 years	59.391
90-100 years	59.29
>100 years	59.19

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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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