Is Triglycerides 240 high, normal or dangerous? What does Triglycerides level 240 mean?

Your Triglycerides level of 240 is a High Triglycerides level.

High Triglycerides levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 40 mg/dL and 150 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.

The normal Triglycerides range for men is :40 - 150 mg/dL

Ideal values of Triglycerides depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Triglycerides value
<5 years	40.96
5-10 years	41.943
10-15 years	42.95
15-20 years	43.981
20-25 years	45.037
25-30 years	46.118
30-35 years	47.225
35-40 years	48.358
40-45 years	49.519
45-50 years	50.707
50-55 years	51.924
55-60 years	53.17
60-70 years	54.446
70-80 years	55.753
80-90 years	57.091
90-100 years	58.461
>100 years	59.864

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

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Triglycerides levels include:

• Liver disease
• Taking certain drugs such as corticosteroids
• Chronic kidney disease
• Excessive alcohol use
• Diabetes

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Normal range of Triglycerides found among women :40-150 mg/dL

Ideal values of Triglycerides depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Triglycerides value
<5 years	40.989
5-10 years	42.002
10-15 years	43.04
15-20 years	44.104
20-25 years	45.194
25-30 years	46.311
30-35 years	47.456
35-40 years	48.629
40-45 years	49.831
45-50 years	51.063
50-55 years	52.325
55-60 years	53.618
60-70 years	54.943
70-80 years	56.301
80-90 years	57.693
90-100 years	59.119
>100 years	60.58

If you take a Triglycerides blood test and the results are not in the normal range (40-150 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 Triglycerides Test Is Done :

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

Medical References

• MedlinePlus – Triglycerides Test
• Cleveland Clinic – Triglycerides: Levels & Normal Range
• Mayo Clinic – Triglycerides: Why do they matter?

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