Why are triglycerides high but cholesterol normal?

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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Even when cholesterol levels are normal, high triglycerides increase the risk of developing heart disease, especially in postmenopausal women.

Dr. Rohinipriyanka Suggests...

Take a HBSAG CONFIRMATORY TEST Test or Take a HBsAg Test (Hepatitis B surface antigen) Test

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Answered 24/07/2025

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