What is the Ideal range for HDL Cholesterol?

With HDL cholesterol, higher levels are better. Low HDL cholesterol puts you at higher risk for heart disease.  

Based on your gender, the ideal range for HDL cholesterol is the following:

Gender	Classification	Age From	Age To	Value From mg/dL	Value To mg/dL
Male	High Risk	0	999	0	29.9
Male	Raised Risk	0	999	30	39.9
Male	Ideal	0	999	40	999.9
Female	High Risk	0	999	0	39.9
Female	Raised Risk	0	999	40	49.9
Female	Ideal	0	999	50	999.9

Source: National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.