ترایگلیسەرید (Triglycerides)
A type of fat in the blood that the body uses to store extra energy.
A type of fat in the blood that the body uses to store extra energy. It rises after eating, so a fasting sample is sometimes asked for. Sweets, sugary drinks, alcohol and extra weight can raise it. A very high level raises the risk of pancreatitis.
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