A recent blood test indicated iron at 176 mcg/dl (where normal is 45-170). i am having a followup test, but i'm wondering if this level is dangerous?

Not immediately: Excessive stores of iron is a common hereditary disorder in men. You should have the follow up test and follow your doctor's advice. Even if you happen to have hemochromatosis, the treatment is simple.

Not "dangerous": Advice: doctors treat patients and not numbers. A slightly elevated iron level without the clinical context, is like a fish out of water. More info is needed for context-Why was the test done in the first place? Were you on iron supplementation? The iron level mentioned can be concerning in the context of iron overload, but being 6 pt over the upper limit of normal is not considered dangerous.