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Triglycerides
Triglycerides are fats in your blood that serve as an energy reserve. High levels can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Triglycerides are fatty substances in your blood. Your body uses them for energy and stores them as reserves.
Your triglycerides are often measured during a cholesterol blood test. In addition to LDL and HDL, your doctor can also see how your triglycerides are doing.
If your triglyceride levels are elevated, this may be associated with a higher risk of arteriosclerosis and cardiovascular disease.
Very high triglyceride levels also increase the risk of (acute) pancreatitis: inflammation of the pancreas.
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