How many types of lipid are classified?
Based on classification lipids have been divided into eight categories.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
Yes, triglyceride is a lipid.
They both are lipids circulating in blood. Triglycerides are known to store fat whearse cholesterol is known to help in regulating certain hormones in the body.
Fat globules (also known as mature lipid droplets) are individual pieces of intracellular fat in human cell. The main funvtion of the lipid globule is to store energy in the form of fat.
Hopanoids, which resemble sterols and are found in the membranes of diverse bacteria, have left an extensive molecular fossil record. They were first discovered by petroleum geologists.
Levels above 150mg/dl may raise your risk for heart disease. A triglyceride level of 150 mg/dL or higher is also a risk factor for metabolic syndrome
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