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Is 12:1 Trig:VLDL Ratio Risky?
Hi, I am M48/Indian. My blood test showed as follows. HDL-43, LDL-143, VLDL-31, Trig-370, Fasting sugar-87. BP is generally 125-130/80-85. Questions are: a. I was under the impression that Trig:VLDL ratio was 5:1. Is it possible to have a 12:1 ratio? Are my high Trig readings a risk factor. b. I have been advised to take Rosuvastatin. Is statin therapy beyond question? I read a lot of controversies on this subject. For example, it is stated that more than LDL, it is the oxidised LDL that is a risk factor in plaque development
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yes your triglycerides and LDL are high. They are certainly a risk factors for plaque formation and heart diseases. I agree with doctor putting you on rosuvastatin, which will control both the components.
Besides healthy lifestyle, low fat, oily diet, regular exercises will help reducing these.
Besides healthy lifestyle, low fat, oily diet, regular exercises will help reducing these.
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