May 2014. The Safe Injection Practices Issue. With medication shortages on the rise, itâs important. to reiterate best practice regarding drugs packaged. in single- and multi-use vials. The chart below. provides at-a-glance understanding of the. differences between these packaging options and.
How often should I have my cholesterol checked? If you are age 20 or older and have not been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease, the American Heart Association recommends having your cholesterol levels checked every four to six years as part of a cardiovascular risk assessment.
HDL-C is usually not ordered by itself but with other tests, including cholesterol, LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) , and triglycerides as part of a lipid profile during a health checkup. It is recommended that all adults be tested at least once every five years.