The following table lists primary risk factors for developing heart disease.
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Male 45 years or older, Female 55 years or older, Female under age 55 with premature menopause not treated with estrogen replacement therapy, Smoker, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes mellitus…
The fat and fat-like substances in the blood are called lipids and include both cholesterol and triglycerides. Cholesterol is present in every cell of your body. It is used to form cell membranes and part of some hormones. The body manufactures the majority of required cholesterol, mostly in the liver; therefore, excessive dietary cholesterol intake is unnecessary and may be harmful.
Lipid levels should be measured on fasting blood samples. Based on multiple studies, the following guidelines for blood lipid levels are recommended by the National Cholesterol Education Program:
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