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"VLCD" is more commonly referred to as "Very Low Calorie Diet" in the medical community. Very Low Calorie Diet
Diets supplying 400 to 800 calories per day. These diets include adequate high-quality protein, little or no fat, and few carbohydrates. More Information on Very Low Calorie Diet: Popular Diets
"VLDL" is more commonly referred to as "Very Low Density Lipoprotein" in the medical community. Very Low Density Lipoprotein
A type of cholesterol found in the blood that is considered to be the most dangerous form of lipoprotein. They carry the least amount of protein and the most amount of fat. They also stick to artery walls and contribute to plaque build-up. More Information on Very Low Density Lipoprotein: Cholesterol
"VLDL Test" is more commonly referred to as "Cholesterol Test" in the medical community. Cholesterol Test
Also Known As: "Triglyceride Test, Total Cholesterol Test, HDL Test, Blood Fat Profile, Lipoprotein Analysis, LDL Test, Lipid Profile"
A group of blood tests that reveal the composition, volume and distribution of the types of fat found in the blood, including cholesterol, triglycerides and lipoproteins. Some tests measure total levels while others measure only one type of fat. More Information on Cholesterol Test: Blood Tests