Question

question: 20 of 20 a phlebotomy technician is performing a point - of - care total cholesterol test for a patient. which of the following values should the technician report to the provider? 140 mg/dl 175 mg/dl 200 mg/dl 250 mg/dl

Explanation:

Normal total cholesterol levels are generally considered to be less than 200 mg/dL. Levels of 200 - 239 mg/dL are considered borderline - high, and levels of 240 mg/dL and above are considered high. A value of 250 mg/dL is high and should be reported to the provider.

Answer:

D. 250 mg/dL