Cholesterol — functions?
Cell membrane component and hormone precursor.
Triglycerides — role?
Energy storage in adipose tissue.
Hyperlipidemia — types?
Primary (genetic) and secondary (diseases, lifestyle).
Cholesterol — role?
Structural component, hormone precursor, bile acids
Serum cholesterol — significance?
Assess cardiovascular risk
Triglycerides — function?
Energy storage in adipose tissue
Hyperlipidemia — definition?
High blood lipids, risk for atherosclerosis
LDL — role?
Deposits in arteries,
HDL — role?
Removes excess cholesterol from blood
Triglycerides normal level?
Less than 150 mg/dl
Hyperlipidemia types?
Primary (genetic), secondary (diseases, lifestyle)
Answer 10 questions on Understanding Lipid and Metabolic Functions.
1. What is the primary biological role of cholesterol in the human body?
2. What is the primary role of triglycerides in the body?
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