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High Density Lipoprotein

What is the significance of a HDL-C of 108 mg/dl ??  I realize concern of a low HDL-C, but should one be concerned about a level so high ?
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Dear wally,
This is a great HDL!  HDL is considered the "good cholesterol" and the higher the number the better.  A low HDL is considered <35 mg/dl and is an independent risk factor for heart disease.
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It means that you win the longevity lotto and will live to be an old man, if you don't get cancer or die in a car accident.

They test these old ladies that live into their 90's and usually find very high HDL levels.
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