Is Serum Cholesterol 5.6 high, normal or dangerous? What does Serum Cholesterol level 5.6 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 30, 2026

Your Serum Cholesterol level of 5.6 is a High Serum Cholesterol level.

High Serum Cholesterol levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 2.59 mmol/L and 5.15 mmol/L. 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.

The normal Serum Cholesterol range for men is :2.59 - 5.15 mmol/L

Ideal values of Serum Cholesterol depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Serum Cholesterol value
<5 years	2.735
5-10 years	2.888
10-15 years	3.05
15-20 years	3.221
20-25 years	3.401
25-30 years	3.591
30-35 years	3.792
35-40 years	4.004
40-45 years	4.228
45-50 years	4.465
50-55 years	4.715
55-60 years	4.979
60-70 years	4.964
70-80 years	4.948
80-90 years	4.932
90-100 years	4.916
>100 years	4.9

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Normal range of Serum Cholesterol found among women :2.59-5.15 mmol/L

Ideal values of Serum Cholesterol depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Serum Cholesterol value
<5 years	2.739
5-10 years	2.897
10-15 years	3.064
15-20 years	3.241
20-25 years	3.428
25-30 years	3.626
30-35 years	3.835
35-40 years	4.056
40-45 years	4.29
45-50 years	4.537
50-55 years	4.799
55-60 years	5.076
60-70 years	5.059
70-80 years	5.042
80-90 years	5.025
90-100 years	5.008
>100 years	4.991

If you take a Serum Cholesterol blood test and the results are not in the normal range (2.59-5.15 mmol/L), 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 Serum Cholesterol Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Serum Cholesterol test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Serum Cholesterol levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Serum Cholesterol test results are usually available within a few hours.

Medical References

• Mayo Clinic – Cholesterol test
• MedlinePlus – Cholesterol Levels
• Cleveland Clinic – Cholesterol: Understanding Levels & Numbers