Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)

Elevated lipid (fat) levels in the blood (cholesterol, triglycerides).

Things to consider

  • Current age
  • Type (familial/non-familial)
  • Other related conditions (i.e., obesity, hypertension/high blood pressure, diabetes, coronary artery disease, tobacco use, family history)
  • Blood test results

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What response can you expect?

If properly managed with no major risk factors:generally standard
If not properly managed or with major risk factors:rated +50 to +125 or declined