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What medical specialists should a participant see if they test positive for Familial Hypercholesterolemia?

Medical management decisions should be made after consulting with healthcare providers who are knowledgeable about the risks associated with familial hypercholesterolemia.

Medical management decisions should be made after consulting with healthcare providers who are knowledgeable about the risks associated with familial hypercholesterolemia. Your genetic test results, personal medical history and family medical history should be shared with your healthcare providers.

If you tested positive for a pathogenic variant in a Familial Hypercholesterolemia gene (LDLR, APOB or PCSK9):
1. A genetic counselor can help you understand how your genetic test result affects your health and the health of your family members.
2. A cardiologist or lipid specialist can provide medical management related to your specific lipid panel results and any additional testing or treatment that may be recommended.
3. A primary care physician can offer guidance for overall medical managment management of health and wellness.