General Information About the Test
Test Process and Preparation
A low HDL level is dangerous. For healthy protection, the target is for this value to be over 40 mg/dL for men and over 50 mg/dL for women. Values of 60 mg/dL and above provide excellent protection.
The most effective and proven ways to increase good cholesterol are regular aerobic exercise, quitting smoking, losing weight, and increasing the consumption of healthy fats in the diet, such as olive oil, walnuts, almonds, and fish (omega-3).
Yes. The HDL test is always requested as part of a "Lipid Profile" alongside LDL (Bad Cholesterol) and Triglycerides. To ensure that the fat levels in the blood are not affected by food, a strict fast of at least 10-12 hours (only water is allowed) is required before the test.
The information on this page is for informational purposes only. The results of medical tests must be evaluated by specialist physicians.
