When and how often should my child or teen get a cholesterol test?

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General recommendations for cholesterol testing in children and teens are:

  • The first test should be between ages 9 to 11.

  • Children should have the test again every 5 years.

  • Some children may need to start testing as early as age 2 if there is a family history of high blood cholesterol, heart attack, or stroke.