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Major Lipoproteins and their Function Name of Lipoprotein Major lipid that is rich Main transport function Chylomicron Triglyceride Transports Triglyceride … Read More »
Classification of Hyperlipidemias
For the purposes of diagnosis and treatment the most convenient classification is that which is based on the type of … Read More »
Role of Cholesterol Metabolism in Development of Hyperlipidemia
The body derives cholesterol from: Diet Synthesis, mainly in the liver (endogenous pathway) On a cholesterol free diet, about 900 … Read More »
Role of Triglyceride Metabolism in Development of Hyperlipidemia
Triglyceride Metabolism Fatty acids are derived from the diet (exogenous) and the catabolism of carbohydrates, amino acids and other fatty … Read More »
Glaucoma Medications
The type of medication to be prescribed for glaucoma depends upon the type of glaucoma Patient’s medical history The drug … Read More »
Introduction to Glaucoma and Measurement of Intraocular Pressure
Glaucoma is the progressive and characteristic optic neuropathy which is associated with visual field loss as damage progresses and in … Read More »
Visual Fields by Confrontation Method
Visual fields may be assessed following the steps given below: Introduction and permission Sit at the level of the patient … Read More »
Cover-Uncover Test
Cover uncover test may be performed following the steps given below: Introduction and permission (ask if patient uses glasses) Sit … Read More »
Examination of Extraocular Movements of Eye
Examination of extraocular movements may be carried out in the steps given below: Introduction and permission Sit at the level … Read More »
Pupillary Examination
Pupillary examination may be carried out in the following steps: Introduction and permission Sit at the level of the patient … Read More »
