High Density Lipoprotein

Get a free nursing lab values cheat sheet at NURSING.com/63labs   What is the Lab Name for High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Lab Values? High Density Lipoprotein   What is the Lab Abbreviation for High Density Lipoprotein? HDL   What is High Density Lipoprotein in terms of Nursing Labs? Cholesterol is transported via lipoproteins. There are multiple types of lipoproteins and they each have slightly different functions: high-density lipoprotein (HDL), low-density lipoprotein, LDL, very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL). HDL cholesterol is considered the good cholesterol because it travels through the blood picking up extra cholesterol and taking it back to the liver.   What is the Normal Range for High Density Lipoprotein? 60 optimal mg/dL   What are the Indications for High Density Lipoprotein? Monitor risks of heart disease   What would cause Increased Levels of High Density Lipoprotein? Familial HDL Lipoproteinemia Exercise Unsaturated fats: Mono- Poly- Hypothyroid   What would cause Decreased Levels of High Density Lipoprotein? Metabolic Syndrome Hepatocellular disease: Hepatitis Cirrhosis Hypoproteinemia: Nephrotic Syndrome Malnutrition Smoking High saturated and trans fat diets Excess body weight Hyperthyroid