Normal Reference Ranges
Adult
Male: > 40 | Female: > 50 mg/dL
Pediatric
> 45 mg/dL
Clinical Significance
The 'good' cholesterol. Facilitates reverse cholesterol transport from peripheral tissues back to the liver.
Causes of High
- Regular aerobic exercise
- Moderate alcohol consumption
- Estrogen therapy
Causes of Low
- Smoking
- Obesity
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Metabolic syndrome
- Type 2 Diabetes