From: Egyptian practical guidance in hypertriglyceridemia management 2021
Primary prevention | All adults ≥ 40 years, however earlier screening at the age of 20 years can be considered |
Secondary prevention | All patients with ASCVD, (e.g., CAD, CVD, PAD), or multiple major risk factors |
Family history of early CVD or familial dyslipidemia | As early as the second year of life |