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Meaning of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

Pronunciation:  `hIpurku`lesturo'leemeeu

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  the presence of an abnormal amount of cholesterol in the cells and plasma of the blood; associated with the risk of atherosclerosis
 
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 Synonyms: hypercholesteremia
 
 See Also: familial hypercholesterolemia, symptom

 

 

Medical Dictionary
 
 Definition: Elevated level of cholesterol in the blood.
 
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Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: A medical term which means that abnormally high concentrations of cholesterol are present in the bloodstream. This can lead to heart disease, hardening of the arteries, heart attacks, and strokes.
 
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