Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) Practice Exam

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Men with a total cholesterol of 216 mg/dL are classified as having which type of cholesterol level?

Desirable
Borderline high
High
Very high

The correct answer is: Borderline high

When assessing total cholesterol levels, the classification is based on established guidelines regarding what constitutes desirable versus problematic levels. In adults, a total cholesterol level is considered desirable when it is less than 200 mg/dL. Levels between 200 to 239 mg/dL are classified as borderline high, indicating that there may be an increased risk for heart disease. A total cholesterol level of 216 mg/dL falls into this borderline category, suggesting that preventive measures may be needed to manage or monitor cholesterol levels over time. Levels of 240 mg/dL or higher are categorized as high, while levels of 320 mg/dL and above are considered very high. Therefore, a total cholesterol of 216 mg/dL is correctly classified as borderline high, warranting attention but not yet indicating an immediate health crisis.