Serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels begin ... Liver Problems in Pregnancy: Distinguishing Normal From Abnormal Hepatic Changes. MedGenMed 1(3), 1999. [formerly published in Medscape Women's ...

Lipid metabolism in homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) is abnormal owing to lack of functional LDL receptors, although residual receptor function between 2 and 25% is present in the ...

Feb. 3, 2025 — Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) -- commonly known as bad cholesterol -- have long been on scientists' radar as a major contributor to heart disease. But these microscopic ...

Lipid peroxides are oxidative degradation products of lipids, generated by a free radical chain reaction. Because of their abundance of reactive hydrogens, polyunsaturated fatty acids are highly ...

Like hammertoe, claw toe is flexible at first. Without treatment, the toe become rigid and stuck in its abnormal and painful position. Then, you need surgery. The big toe takes on an abnormal ...

Biomarkers are vital in modern healthcare, influencing more than 70% of clinical decisions through diagnostic tests. Recognizing their importance is key for diagnosing diseases, tracking treatment ...

Learn More How Atrial Fibrillation Is Treated Is atrial fibrillation considered a type of heart disease? Yes. The term “heart disease” encompasses a wide range of conditions, including cardiac ...

A team of researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC has unlocked the details of a cellular pathway that triggers cellular inflammation and aging and is linked to Alzheimer's disease ...

Scientists are sounding the alarm over the so-called 'good cholesterol', after findings suggest that it may not be entirely beneficial. Despite a positive reputation, recent research has unveiled ...