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Cholesterol: point-of-care testing.

James R Taylor1, Larry M Lopez

  • 1Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610-0486, USA. jtaylor@cop.ufl.edu

The Annals of Pharmacotherapy
|June 5, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Point-of-care (POC) cholesterol monitors aid in hyperlipidemia screening and management. However, current evidence suggests they are best for screening, not replacing laboratory diagnostics.

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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Pharmacoeconomics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hyperlipidemia is a significant risk factor for coronary artery disease (CAD), the leading cause of mortality in the United States.
  • Early identification and effective management of hyperlipidemia are crucial for reducing CAD incidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a literature review on point-of-care (POC) cholesterol monitors.
  • To delineate the role and utility of these devices within contemporary pharmacy practice.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive MEDLINE search was performed for primary articles published from 1966 to May 2003.
  • Additional relevant resources were identified through the bibliographies of the retrieved articles.
  • All identified articles were systematically reviewed for pertinent information.

Main Results:

  • POC cholesterol monitors can enhance the identification and management of hyperlipidemia.
  • Pharmacists are well-positioned to utilize these devices and educate patients on their selection, use, and result interpretation.
  • These monitors show promise in improving patient outcomes related to cholesterol management.

Conclusions:

  • The increasing availability of POC cholesterol monitors offers new avenues for patient care.
  • Current data indicate these devices are most effective for screening and supporting hyperlipidemia management.
  • Evidence does not yet support POC monitors replacing traditional laboratory or office-based monitoring for diagnosis or comprehensive management.

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