Lipid Screening Flashcards

Q: At what ages is universal lipid screening recommended? A: Ages 9-11 years AND 17-21 years Tags: lipids, screening, high-yield

Q: Why is family history unreliable for lipid screening? A: Many parents don't know their own lipid status; misses significant number of dyslipidemia Tags: lipids, screening, rationale

Q: What is the preferred screening method? A: Non-fasting lipid panel (TC, HDL-C, Non-HDL-C valid non-fasting) Tags: lipids, screening, high-yield

Q: When is fasting lipid panel required? A: To confirm abnormal screening (accurate TG and LDL-C calculation) Tags: lipids, fasting

Q: What LDL-C level is considered HIGH in children? A: ≥130 mg/dL Tags: lipids, values, high-yield

Q: What LDL-C level suggests familial hypercholesterolemia in children? A: ≥160 mg/dL (lower threshold than adults) Tags: lipids, fh, high-yield

Q: What is the most useful non-fasting marker? A: Non-HDL-C (calculate as TC - HDL-C) Tags: lipids, non-hdl, high-yield

Q: What is first-line treatment for dyslipidemia in children? A: Lifestyle modifications - CHILD-1/CHILD-2 diets, exercise, weight management Tags: lipids, treatment

Q: At what age can statin therapy be considered? A: Age ≥10 years (with appropriate LDL thresholds and risk factors) Tags: lipids, statins

Q: What LDL-C threshold indicates statin use regardless of risk factors (age ≥10)? A: LDL-C ≥190 mg/dL despite diet Tags: lipids, statins, threshold