Is HDL cholesterol 66 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 66 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 66 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	42.64
5-10 years	45.454
10-15 years	48.454
15-20 years	51.652
20-25 years	55.061
25-30 years	58.695
30-35 years	58.439
35-40 years	58.184
40-45 years	57.93
45-50 years	57.677
50-55 years	57.426
55-60 years	57.176
60-70 years	56.927
70-80 years	56.679
80-90 years	56.432
90-100 years	56.187
>100 years	59.895

*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	42.719
5-10 years	45.623
10-15 years	48.724
15-20 years	52.036
20-25 years	55.573
25-30 years	59.351
30-35 years	59.077
35-40 years	58.804
40-45 years	58.532
45-50 years	58.262
50-55 years	57.993
55-60 years	57.725
60-70 years	57.458
70-80 years	57.192
80-90 years	56.928
90-100 years	56.665
>100 years	56.403

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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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