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The investigation of an individual with possible hyperlipidemia or one shown to be hyperlipidemic on a fasting sample on at … Read More »
Lipoproteins and Apolipoproteins
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 »
Case of a Child with Chronic Ill Health, Pallor and Protuberant Abdomen
Case Scenario: A child with chronic ill health, pallor and protuberant abdomen History: A 3 years old girl was brought … Read More »
Case of a Patient with Epigastric Pain
Case Scenario: A patient with epigastric pain … History: A 32 years old man presented to his GP with gnawing … Read More »
Case of Child with Edema and Decreased Urine Output
Case Scenario: A child with edema and decreased urine output History: A 10 years old child presented to the hospital … Read More »
Clinical Aspects of Neoplasia
Host defense against Tumors (tumor immunity) Host defense is by certain antigens in normal healthy cells. In tumor cells, alterations … Read More »
Differences between Carcinoma and Sarcoma
The differences between carcinoma and sarcoma are tabulated: Carcinoma Sarcoma Origin Epithelium Connective tissue Behavior Malignant Malignant Frequency Common … Read More »