chylomicron remnant cholesterol in serum

Indications

• evaluation of dyslipidemia

Clinical significance

• higher serum chylomicron remnant cholesterol is associated with increased risk of chronic kidney disease
• unhealthy lifestyles, including current smoking, low physical activity, & low adherence to dietary guidelines, increase serum levels of chylomicron remnants

More general terms

• special chemistry test

Additional terms

• chylomicron remnant