Definition

Noun: A medical condition characterized by an abnormally high concentration of lipids (such as cholesterol and triglycerides) in the bloodstream.

Usage

The term is used in medical contexts to describe a state of elevated blood fats, which is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. * The patient's hyperlipoidaemia required immediate dietary changes and medication. * Routine blood tests can help in the early detection of hyperlipoidaemia.

Advanced Usage

• Familial Hyperlipoidaemia: Refers to inherited forms of the condition.
  • Familial hyperlipoidaemia often presents at a younger age.
• The condition is often discussed in terms of its management and associated risks.
  • Effective management of hyperlipoidaemia is crucial for preventing atherosclerosis.

Variants and Related Words

• Hyperlipidaemia (n): The more common and preferred spelling in modern medical terminology, identical in meaning to 'hyperlipoidaemia'.
• Hyperlipidemic (adj): Describing something related to or affected by high blood lipids.
  • Hyperlipidemic patients are advised to exercise regularly.
• Lipid (n): A broad category of fats and fat-like substances, including cholesterol and triglycerides.

Synonyms

• Hyperlipemia: An older, synonymous term.
• Lipid disorder: A more general term for conditions involving abnormal lipid levels.
• Dyslipidemia: A broader term encompassing various abnormalities in blood lipid levels, which can include high, low, or imbalanced lipids.

Notes on Meaning

This is a technical medical term. In general healthcare communication, the variant hyperlipidaemia (or hyperlipidemia in American English) is more frequently used. The core concept is the presence of excess fats in the blood.

Noun

1. presence of excess lipids in the blood