Which HDL-C value is considered Desirable?

• A. >60 mg/dL
• B. >= 40 mg/dL
• C. < 40 mg/dL
• D. 40-60 mg/dL

Answer: (A)

HDL cholesterol is the "good" cholesterol, helping reverse cholesterol transport and reducing atherosclerotic risk. Higher HDL-C levels are associated with greater cardiovascular protection. In many guidelines, an HDL-C level of 60 mg/dL or higher is labeled desirable because it offers the strongest cardio-protective effect among common categories. Values just above 40 mg/dL are often considered acceptable or average, 40–60 mg/dL is intermediate, and below 40 mg/dL is considered low with higher risk. Therefore, the value greater than 60 mg/dL is the best choice for desirable.