Lipids
Current as of: December 16, 2019
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
LipidsLipids, such as cholesterol, triglycerides, and fatty acids, are fat and substances like fat used as a source of fuel by the body. Lipid levels can be an important measure of health. For example, a person who has high cholesterol has an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. Lipids are found in the bloodstream or stored in tissues. They are an important part of cell structure and other biological functions in the body. Current as of: December 16, 2019 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine |
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