Alternative names
Lipid disorders; High blood cholesterol and triglycerides; Hyperlipidemia

Definition
Lipid disorders are when you have excess fatty substances in your blood. These substances include cholesterol and triglycerides. Having a lipid disorder makes you more likely to develop atherosclerosis and heart disease.

see Hyperlipidemia

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