Q: what is the definition or description of: lipid panel?

Cholesterol Test: The standard lipid panel measures levels of blood cholesterol and triglycerides (tg). These lipids are carried in the circulation by various lipoprotein particles such as tg rich vldl and cholesterol rich LDL and hdl. Tg is used to estimate vldl concentration, while the cholesterol carried in LDL and HDL (ldl-c and hdl-c) is used to estimate LDL and HDL particle concentrations.

Q: can you tell me if on statin, how often for lipid check?

Variable: According to the 2013 American Heart Association guidelines: never. Most doctors will check 6 weeks after you start to see the effect and check the liver. It is recommended that one should not "treat to target" any more, meaning that just being on a statin is protective and attempting to reach a certain pre-determined low level becomes counter-productive.

Q: what is the rda for l-citrilline (food, not supplements)?

There is none: Citrulline is an amino acid the body can produce by itself, so no recommended daily allowance has been established for it. There is no need for any specific amino acid supplement as long as you get the RDA of protein (0.8g protein per kg of body weight) from a variety of sources (vegetarians be sure to combine your proteins such as beans with rice, or eat cooked soy or quinoa). Note: 1kg = 2.2lb

Question 1

i did my lipid test today the results shod s.cholestrol 190 mg/dl 2) s.trigly, what's wrong?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: 190 is normal for serum cholesterol. If you wrote in a value for your serum triglycerides, it didn't come through.

Question 2

what are the functions of lipids?

Accepted Answer

Several: Lipids include triglycerides and cholesterol. Triglycerides are tiny droplets of fat in the bloodstream. They are formed from fat absorbed from intestines. It is how your body moves fat from your intestines to other parts of body for storage. 
Cholesterol is vital to life, and is used to make cell membranes (the casing of cells) and hormones like testosterone and others.

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Question 3

where are lipids digested in the body?

Accepted Answer

Small intestine: Lipids are digested in the small intestine and absorbed with the assistance of bile which acts as an emulsifier, pancreas secretes lipase to breakdown some lipids and the small intestinal lining have enzymes at the "brush border" and certain shorter length fats can be absorbed directly in the intestines.  Fats are then repackaged in the liver after digestion.

Question 4

what are lipid and lipid panel tests for?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol: Lipids are measured to evaluate risk for heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, and stroke.  Repeat testing is done to evaluate the treatment (lifestyle modifications or medications)

Question 5

how much blood is drawn for a fasting lipids test?

Accepted Answer

No  more than 10 ml: About one ml of serum is needed for the test and 4-5 ml will usually suffice.

Question 6

if i'm on statins, how often do i need a lipid check?

Accepted Answer

Bloodwork every 6 ms: In the beginning, bloodwork is recommended every 6 months. That is to check liver profile primarily to be sure you are not developing a chemical heptaitis due to statin. Lipids can also be checked at same time, fasting, for first 2 years. Thereafter, when you are on an even keel, and no dramatic changes in your weight, eating habits/exercise, then annually.

Question 7

what is lipid panel? when should you take those test?

Accepted Answer

Lipid means fat: Now: artery ds starts ~ age 7. Ldl & HDL are lipoproteins, i.e. Protein particles which carry all fats in the water outside cells. Ldl is always in nmol/l, best <700, HDL in µmol/l, best large-hdl >10. See NMR particle test, <$100. Ldl particles are the primary driver of ds. Cholesterol is a fat made by every body cell, cholesterol not best test, ldl-c calculated, not measured & often misleading.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: lipid panel?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol Test: The standard lipid panel measures levels of blood cholesterol and triglycerides (tg). These lipids are carried in the circulation by various lipoprotein particles such as tg rich vldl and cholesterol rich LDL and hdl. Tg is used to estimate vldl concentration, while the cholesterol carried in LDL and HDL (ldl-c and hdl-c) is used to estimate LDL and HDL particle concentrations.

Question 9

can you tell me if on statin, how often for lipid check?

Accepted Answer

Variable: According to the 2013 American Heart Association guidelines: never. Most doctors will check 6 weeks after you start to see the effect and check the liver. It is recommended that one should not "treat to target" any more, meaning that just being on a statin is protective and attempting to reach a certain pre-determined low level becomes counter-productive.

Question 10

what is the rda for l-citrilline (food, not supplements)?

Accepted Answer

There is none: Citrulline is an amino acid the body can produce by itself,  so no recommended daily allowance has been established for it. There is no need for any specific amino acid supplement as long as you get the RDA of protein (0.8g protein per kg of body weight) from a variety of sources (vegetarians be sure to combine your proteins such as beans with rice, or eat cooked soy or quinoa). Note: 1kg = 2.2lb

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What are lipid and lipid panel tests for?

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If i'm on statins, how often do i need a lipid check?

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