What does high density lipoprotein mean

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As ordinary people, they generally don't have a deep understanding of professional medical terms. When they encounter these professional terms, they are often confused. Today, let's learn what high density lipoprotein means.

What does high density lipoprotein mean

First, blood lipids mainly refer to triglycerides and cholesterol in plasma. Cholesterol is a complex like fat, our body needs a certain amount of cholesterol to maintain normal function, but too much is harmful. There are two kinds of lipoprotein in cholesterol: low density lipoprotein and high density lipoprotein.

Second: "low density" lipoprotein cholesterol: is the main cause of vascular thromboembolism, is considered to be "harmful" cholesterol. "High density" lipoprotein cholesterol: it can clear cholesterol in blood vessels, so it is called "good" cholesterol. Hyperlipidemia, also known as hyperlipidemia.

Third, it is not to lower "cholesterol" and "low density lipoprotein cholesterol" as much as possible. For those with mild increase of blood lipid, it is suggested to take non drug treatment first, starting from strictly controlling diet, reducing weight, increasing exercise, controlling blood pressure, blood sugar and smoking cessation. If it is invalid, drug treatment should be considered.

matters needing attention

Through learning to understand, although high-density protein has certain benefits, but it is not a good thing to exceed the index. It is recommended to do regular physical examination and take corresponding measures to solve the problem.