Albert is a healthy,23-year-old college student.He would like to know more about his risk of cardiovascular disease,so he can take preventive measures,if they are necessary.Albert should

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The most appropriate test in this case would be to have a lipoprotein profile performed on a sample of his blood. This test measures the levels of different types of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, which are important risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Based on the results, Albert can then take preventive measures, such as changes in diet and lifestyle, or medication if necessary. Testing urine for glucocorticoids is not relevant to assessing cardiovascular risk, cardiac catheterization is an invasive procedure reserved for specific cardiac conditions, and a chest x-ray is not useful for evaluating cardiovascular risk.

Albert Is a Healthy,23-Year-Old College Student