Primary care providers-initiated screening for familial hypercholesterolemia: a model proposed based on the Kordian primary prevention program for cardiovascular diseases

Key Points

• This research aims to develop a screening model for familial hypercholesterolemia initiated by primary care providers.
• Proposed an algorithm for screening familial hypercholesterolemia.
• Advocated collaboration between primary care providers and genetic specialists.
• Utilized insights from the Kordian primary prevention program.
• Enhanced screening processes could lead to better intervention opportunities.
• Collaboration is expected to increase access to genetic testing for patients.