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Understanding High Triglycerides and Its Implications
What Are Triglycerides and Why Are They Important? Triglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood. When you eat, your body converts any calories it doesn’t need to use right away into triglycerides. The triglycerides are stored in your fat cells and released into your bloodstream later when your body needs energy. Triglycerides are important for providing energy…
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Understanding GFR in Blood Test
Introduction to GFR and Its Significance in Blood Testing Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a measure of the kidney’s function and is an important indicator of overall kidney health. The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste products and excess fluids from the blood, and GFR reflects the amount of blood that is filtered by the glomeruli (tiny blood vessels in…
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