BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The basic lipid panel, relied upon for more than 85 percent of adult cholesterol testing each year, could be leaving millions at risk due to errors in estimation of ...

Lipids are fatty compounds that perform a range of essential functions in the body. Phospholipids, steroids, and triglycerides are examples of lipids. Although lipids play an essential role in the ...

LDL cholesterol alone doesn’t tell the full story. Doctors explain how Apo B and Lipoprotein(a) tests can reveal hidden heart ...

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Of the 37 million Americans with diabetes, up to 50% may end up with nerve damage, or diabetic neuropathy, that can be painful and disabling. While some medications can reduce pain, scientists ...

Certain herbs, such as turmeric and rosemary, could help lower cholesterol. However, more research is necessary to determine their effect on cholesterol. Cholesterol is a necessary building component ...

Multiple lipid biomarkers are linked to the development of neuropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes, a new study finds. Participants with high scores for diabetic neuropathy had changes in lipids ...