elevated levels of fasting plasma cholesterol ( 200 mg/dL) which may lead to hardening of the arteries. This can be prevented by avoiding saturated fats which are found in red meats, eggs and dairy products.
the presence of an abnormal amount of cholesterol in the cells and plasma of the blood; associated with the risk of atherosclerosis
A high level of cholesterol in the blood.
is the disease name for high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
Increased levels of cholesterol in the blood. If left unchecked or untreated, hypercholesterolemia may increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke.
Excessive cholesterol in the blood.
Abnormally high serum levels of cholesterol; a risk factor for cardiovascular disease
an abnormally high level of cholesterol in the blood, which can be the result of an inherited disorder or a diet that is high in fat
High levels of cholesterol in the body.
The medical term for high blood cholesterol. Many patients find that their blood cholesterol decreases significantly after weight loss surgery.
Hypercholesterolemia refers to levels of cholesterol in the blood that are higher than normal. J K W X Y Z
Abnormal levels of serum cholesterol - Serum cholesterol 200 mg/dL (5.18 mmol/L). High risk 240 mg/dL (6.22 mmol/L) or more. High density lipoprotein fraction of cholesterol (HDL) is protective, low density lipoprotein (LDL) is atherogenic
A term for abnormally high concentrations of cholesterol present in the bloodstream which can lead to heart disease, hardening of the arteries, heart attacks and strokes.
A condition characterized by an abnormally large amount of cholesterol in the blood. The US National Institute of Health has established guidelines for cholesterol levels 200 mg/dL = Desirable, 200 to 239 mg/dL = Borderline-high risk, 240 mg/dL = High risk
High level of blood cholesterol. This rate varies from one person to another according to the presence or absence of more than one associated risk factor (male gender, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, family history, low HDL). According to Health Canada, a healthy cholesterol level is 5.2 mmol/l or lower. Back
Abnormally high levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream. High cholesterol levels contribute to heart disease.
an excessively high level of cholesterol in the blood.
Excess cholesterol in the blood.
raised cholesterol level in the blood
Elevated level of cholesterol in the blood. (more info - hypercholesterolemia) find all NHC pages containing: hypercholesterolemia
Hypercholesterolemia (literally: high blood cholesterol) is the presence of high levels of cholesterol in the blood. It is not a disease but a metabolic derangement that can be secondary to many diseases and can contribute to many forms of disease, most notably cardiovascular disease. It is closely related to the terms "hyperlipidemia" (elevated levels of lipids) and "hyperlipoproteinemia" (elevated levels of lipoproteins).