hyperlipidaemia
Definition
Noun: A medical condition characterized by an abnormally high concentration of lipids (such as cholesterol and triglycerides) in the bloodstream.
Usage
"Hyperlipidaemia" is a formal medical term used primarily in clinical and scientific contexts to describe a key risk factor for cardiovascular disease. It is often diagnosed through blood tests.
Examples
- The patient's hyperlipidaemia required immediate intervention with dietary changes.
- A family history of hyperlipidaemia increases one's risk of heart attack.
- Managing hyperlipidaemia is crucial for long-term vascular health.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be specified further based on the type of lipid elevated, e.g., (high cholesterol) or (high triglycerides), which are subtypes of hyperlipidaemia.
- It is a core component of , a cluster of conditions that increase heart disease risk.
Variants and Related Words
- Hyperlipidemia (noun): The most common alternate spelling, particularly in American English.
- Hyperlipidaemic (adjective): Describing a state or patient having hyperlipidaemia. (e.g., a profile).
- Dyslipidaemia (noun): A broader term for any abnormality in blood lipid levels, which can include high, low, or imbalanced lipids.
Synonyms
- Lipid disorder: A more general term.
- High blood lipids: A descriptive, non-technical phrase.
Antonyms
- Hypolipidaemia (noun): An abnormally low level of lipids in the blood.
Noun
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presence of excess lipids in the blood
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