Abnormal blood lipid levels

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Abnormal Blood Lipid Levels

Abnormal blood lipid levels (pronunciation: /æbˈnɔːrməl blʌd ˈlɪpɪd ˈlɛvəlz/) refer to the condition where the concentration of lipids or fats in the blood is either too high or too low. This condition is often associated with various health issues, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

Etymology

The term "abnormal" originates from the Latin word "abnormis," meaning "away from the norm." "Blood" is derived from the Old English "blod," and "lipid" comes from the Greek word "lipos," meaning "fat." "Levels" is derived from the Latin word "libella," meaning "balance."

Related Terms

  • Hyperlipidemia: A condition characterized by abnormally high levels of lipids in the blood.
  • Hypolipidemia: A condition characterized by abnormally low levels of lipids in the blood.
  • Cholesterol: A type of lipid that is essential for the body but can cause health problems when levels are too high.
  • Triglycerides: Another type of lipid that can cause health problems when levels are too high.
  • Lipoproteins: Proteins that transport lipids in the blood. They include low-density lipoprotein (LDL), often referred to as "bad cholesterol," and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), often referred to as "good cholesterol."

See Also

  • Lipid profile: A blood test that measures the levels of different types of lipids in the blood.
  • Dyslipidemia: A term used to describe abnormal levels of lipids in the blood, whether they are too high or too low.

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