Genetic testing in the management of hypercholesterolaemia

Prof Graeme Suthers

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Prof Graeme Suthers

Geneticist and Genetic Pathologist, Director of Genetics, Sonic Healthcare; Department of Paediatrics, University of Adelaide

By Professor Graeme Suthers, Director of Genetics, Sonic Pathology Australia

Hypercholesterolaemia is one of the most common conditions encountered in general practice. Approximately one in 16 Australians has hypercholesterolaemia, and clinicians are very familiar with management recommendations and the challenges of achieving therapeutic goals.

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