For individuals aged 20-29, what is the High Risk cut-off for total cholesterol?

• A. 200 mg/dL
• B. 220 mg/dL
• C. 240 mg/dL
• D. 260 mg/dL

Answer: (B)

Total cholesterol reflects overall risk for future cardiovascular disease, and for younger adults the approach emphasizes identifying rising risk earlier because of lifetime exposure. In this context, a total cholesterol level around 220 mg/dL is used as the cut-off that signals high risk, meaning this level warrants closer evaluation and lifestyle intervention. Below this threshold, risk is considered lower, while higher thresholds (like 240 mg/dL or more) are typically used in older populations; the 220 mg/dL point is the one used here to flag increased risk in people aged 20–29.