Description
The target population are children patients aged 5 to 7 years, reporting for a balance examination at annual compulsory preschool preparation. Tests are based on venous blood after fasting with parental consent. Diagnosed based on Simon Broome Register Group criteria. Positive pediatric patients referred to lipid clinics and cardiology centers. Important to exclude secondary dyslipidemia.Program launch date
5th May 2025Responsible entity
National Health Fund (annual cost 3-4 million Euro)Available results and quality metrics
Not available. Expected to identify 17.5-27k suspected FH, about 1,400 new FH diagnoses annually in children. Based on October 2025 estimated data, about 3,000 children from the program have already been referred to Children"s Lipid Clinics.Limitations / comments
About 25% children do not participate in the 6-year old"s examination despite obligation; limited, not fully reimbursed access to genetic tests and consultations, long waiting times.