Pathology of lipid metabolism
Disorders of fat metabolism, also known as lipid metabolism disorders, involve disruptions in the processing or utilization of fats in the body. Here are several examples: 1. **Hyperlipidemia:** - **Description:** Elevated levels of lipids (cholesterol and/or triglycerides) in the blood. - **Consequence:** Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. 2. **Familial Hypercholesterolemia:** - **Description:** Genetic disorder resulting in high levels of LDL cholesterol. - **Consequence:** Increased risk of premature heart disease. 3. **Hypertriglyceridemia:** - **Description:** Elevated levels of triglycerides in the blood. - **Consequence:** Increased risk of pancreatitis and cardiovascular diseases. 4. **Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency:** - **Description:** Insufficient lipoprotein lipase enzyme, affecting triglyceride breakdown. - **Consequence:** Increased triglyceride levels and risk of pancreatitis. 5. **Familial Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency (Type I Hyperlipopr