Although more americans are getting a blood cholesterol screening ... a new report suggests there is room for improvement.

High cholesterol awareness did increase from 2005 to 2009 -- but 41 states fell short of the c-d-c's goal that 80-percent of the population would be screened during that time period.

Screening rates were lowest among those aged 18 to 44, Hispanics and those with lower levels of education.