Is HDL cholesterol 70 high, normal or dangerous? What does HDL cholesterol level 70 mean?

Your HDL cholesterol level of 70 is a High HDL cholesterol level.

High 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	42.8
5-10 years	45.796
10-15 years	49.002
15-20 years	52.432
20-25 years	56.102
25-30 years	55.827
30-35 years	59.735
35-40 years	59.442
40-45 years	59.151
45-50 years	58.862
50-55 years	58.573
55-60 years	58.286
60-70 years	58
70-80 years	57.716
80-90 years	57.433
90-100 years	57.151
>100 years	56.871

*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	42.884
5-10 years	45.976
10-15 years	49.291
15-20 years	52.845
20-25 years	56.655
25-30 years	56.361
30-35 years	56.068
35-40 years	55.777
40-45 years	59.799
45-50 years	59.489
50-55 years	59.18
55-60 years	58.872
60-70 years	58.566
70-80 years	58.262
80-90 years	57.959
90-100 years	57.658
>100 years	57.358

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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