Plasma lipids

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Plasma lipids

  • Lipids are fats dispersed in plasma. They include:
  • Triglycerides
  • Cholesterol
  • Lipoproteins
  • The amount and ratios of various lipids in the blood will determine a person's risk of getting coronary artery disease.