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Hyperlipidemia

Elevated blood level of any lipid.

General term for high circulating cholesterol, triglycerides, or both. A major risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper)Glossary

    General term for high circulating cholesterol, triglycerides, or both. A major risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Related terms

Atheroma, Lipoproteins