HDL Cholesterol

Also Known As: High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)

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About the Test
Description:

HDL removes excess cholesterol from tissue for disposal. Elevated HDL has been found to protect against coronary artery disease.

Clinical Significance:

Part of cardiovascular risk profile

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Target Levels (where applicable)

REFERENCE INTERVALS FOR ADULTS: >40 mg/dl

What is being checked

 

INCREASE IN: Hormone replacement therapy, chronic liver disease

DECREASE IN: Tangier disease, cholestatic liver disease.