Hyperlipidemia is defined as an elevation of lipids (fats) in the bloodstream. These lipids include cholesterol, cholesterol esters (compounds), phospholipids and triglycerides. They are transported in the blood as part of large molecules called lipoproteins. Hyperlipidemia is the main cause for coronary atheroma and is intimately associated with cardio and cerebro vascular diseases and emphasis… Read more »