This tool is designed to help clinicians implement the National Cholesterol Education Program's clinical guidelines for cholesterol testing and management. Based on the Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel or ATP III), the Quick Desk Reference outlines cholesterol management in a sequence of easy-to-follow steps. Steps include:
National Cholesterol Education Program; National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (U.S.)
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (U.S.)
Disease/Condition-Related; Guideline-Related; Prevention and Wellness
Last updated: July 28, 2009.
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