About Us | Privacy | Site Map
May 18, 2013
Font Size
A
A
A

Definition of Hyperlipidemia

Hyperlipidemia: Elevated lipid (fat) levels in the blood. Hyperlipidemia can be inherited and increases the risk of disease of the blood vessels leading to stroke and heart disease.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=3838
Last Editorial Review: 3/19/2012

Medical Dictionary Definitions A - Z

Search Medical Dictionary

REFERENCE: American Heart Association. Hyperlipidemia.
<http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4600>

Print
Privacy Policy

Cholesterol Management

Tips to keep it under control.

Please acknowledge your agreement





Featured Topics

Medical Dictionary


or A-Z List
Use Pill Finder Find it Now

Pill Identifier on RxList

  • quick, easy,
    pill identification

Find a Local Pharmacy

  • including 24 hour, pharmacies