What is a Normal HDL Cholesterol Level?
All cholesterol levels are measured in milligrams per deciliter of blood (mg/dL) units. Usually, a check for the HDL cholesterol levels in a person involves checking for the total blood cholesterol. The test will also show the LDL cholesterol levels. The normal HDL levels will vary depending upon your gender. The normal adult range for HDL levels is considered to fall between 35 mg/dL – 60 mg/dL. The normal HDL numbers in children below 19 years of age is 35 mg/dL. HDL that measures anything above 60 mg/dL is considered to be high HDL levels and low HDL levels indicate high risk of developing cardiovascular disorders. Read more on ideal cholesterol levels. Normal HDL Levels in Men In men, HDL cholesterol levels are considered to be normal when it measures anything between 40 mg/dL to 50 mg/dL. Read more on cholesterol levels for men. Normal HDL Levels in Women In women, HDL cholesterol levels are considered to be normal when it measures anything between 50 mg/dL to 60 mg/dL. Read more
