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 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	42.8
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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1,51,150

Total number of patients treated

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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

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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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