These values are for adults, there are other ranges for children. According to the American Heart Association, 36f children ages 6 -19 have high cholesterol. Actually, cholesterol levels have been going down over the past several decades. Average cholesterol used to be around 250 now it is 220. High cholesterol runs in families.
Cholesterol levels rise after puberty.
The American Heart Association reports that average total cholesterol of a ten year old is around 160. Yes, it is well documented that cholesterol levels increase with pregnancy. Researchers feels that the rise of cholesterol during pregnancy is natural and therefore does not need to be treated. Thank You for the information provided Carol, . Unfortunately we are out of time.