Dyslipidemia: Everything you need to know

Last reviewed Thu 17 May 2018

By Jennifer Huizen

Dyslipidemia is defined as having blood lipid levels that are too high or low. Blood lipids are fatty substances, such as triglycerides and cholesterol.

Many people achieve healthy levels by eating a balanced diet and through other aspects of their lifestyle. However, some require medication to prevent additional health problems.

What is dyslipidemia?

Blood cells and lipid particles in artery to represent dyslipidemia.

Dyslipidemia is characterized by abnormal levels of lipids in the blood.

Dyslipidemia occurs when someone has abnormal levels of lipids in their blood. While the term describes a wide range of conditions, the most common forms of dyslipidemia involve:

high levels of low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or bad cholesterol
low levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL), or good cholesterol
high levels of triglycerides
high cholesterol, which refers to high LDL and triglyceride levels

Lipids, or fats, are building blocks of life and provide energy to cells. Lipids include: more here: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321844.php

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