lipidemia
Definition
Noun: - A medical condition characterized by an abnormally high concentration of lipids (such as cholesterol and triglycerides) in the bloodstream.
Usage
The term "lipidemia" is used in medical contexts to describe a state of elevated blood lipids. It is a key indicator for assessing cardiovascular health risk. - The patient's blood test confirmed the presence of lipidemia. - Managing lipidemia often involves dietary changes and medication.
Advanced Usage
- As a diagnostic finding: The term is commonly used in laboratory reports and clinical diagnoses.
- The physician noted persistent lipidemia in the patient's history.
Variants and Related Words
- Hyperlipidemia (n): The more precise and commonly used clinical term for the same condition, meaning excessively high levels of lipids in the blood.
- Dyslipidemia (n): A broader term for any abnormality in blood lipid levels, which can include high, low, or imbalanced lipids.
Synonyms
- Hyperlipidemia: The direct synonym in medical terminology.
- Lipemia: An alternative spelling sometimes used.
Notes on Meaning
"Lipidemia" specifically denotes the presence of excess lipids. It is a condition, not a measurement unit. The term itself does not specify which types of lipids are elevated.
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presence of excess lipids in the blood
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