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- High cholesterol is also referred to as hypercholesterolemia (hyper=high + cholesterol + emia = in the blood) or hyperlipidemia
- Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is an important part of the outer lining of cells in the body of animals.
- Cholesterol is also found in the blood circulation of humans.
- Cholesterol in the blood originates from dietary intake and liver production.
- Dietary cholesterol comes primarily from animal sources including meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products.
- Organ meats such as liver, are especially high in cholesterol content.
- LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol is called "bad" cholesterol, because elevated levels of LDL cholesterol are associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease.
- HDL (high density lipoprotein) cholesterol is called the "good cholesterol" because HDL cholesterol particles pre...
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Last reviewed on RxList: 6/8/2007
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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