Is HDL cholesterol 56 normal, high or low? What does HDL cholesterol level 56 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 56 is a Normal HDL cholesterol level.

Normal 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	42.24
5-10 years	44.605
10-15 years	47.103
15-20 years	49.741
20-25 years	52.526
25-30 years	55.467
30-35 years	58.573
35-40 years	58.389
40-45 years	58.206
45-50 years	58.024
50-55 years	57.842
55-60 years	57.66
60-70 years	57.479
70-80 years	57.299
80-90 years	57.12
90-100 years	56.941
>100 years	56.763

*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	42.307
5-10 years	44.747
10-15 years	47.328
15-20 years	50.058
20-25 years	52.945
25-30 years	55.999
30-35 years	59.229
35-40 years	59.032
40-45 years	58.836
45-50 years	58.641
50-55 years	58.446
55-60 years	58.251
60-70 years	58.057
70-80 years	57.864
80-90 years	57.672
90-100 years	57.481
>100 years	57.29

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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