A 7-year-old child with a family history of cardiovascular disease is being screened for hyperlipidemia. When reviewing the child's laboratory test results, which total cholesterol level would be of significant concern?

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A total cholesterol level of 210 mg/dL is considered high for a child and would be of significant concern, especially with a family history of cardiovascular disease. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children and adolescents with a total cholesterol level of 200 mg/dL or higher should receive further evaluation and management.

A 7-Year-Old Child with a Family History of Cardiovascular Disease