藥英文：高血脂定義Hyperlipidemia Definition

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hyperlipidemia  [ˌhaɪpɚˌlɪpɪˈdimiə ] 
高血脂 

cholesterol [kəˋlɛstə͵rol] 
膽固醇

triglyceride [traɪˋglɪsə͵raɪd]
三酸甘油酯

Hyperlipidemia is an excess amont of lipids, such as cholesterol and triglyceride, in the blood. This condition is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks and strokes.
高血脂為血液中含有過量的脂質，例如膽固醇和三酸甘油脂。它是造成心臟疾病、中風等心血管疾病的危險因子之一。