Hyperlipidemia may be caused by genetic factors, as in certain familial diseases, or by secondary factors in acquired hyperlipidemia. Forms of lipids in the blood are cholesterol , triglycerides , and lipoproteins, which are molecules of fat and cholesterol linked to protein . Chylomicrons are also classified as lipoproteins and are composed of triglycerides, cholesterol and protein. Some of the types may be due to a primary disorder such as a familial hyperlipidemia, and some are due to secondary causes. Secondary causes of hyperlipidemia are related to disease risk factors, dietary risk factors, and drugs associated with hyperlipidemia.
Cigarette smoking is a lifestyle risk factor for hyperlipidemia.
The incidence is 1 out of 100 people and is higher among men than women. Please read it.