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Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a waxy and fat-like substance your body uses to protect nerves and make hormones, bile acid, and vitamin D. The cholesterol needed by the body is produced by the liver and from the food you eat. The two types of cholesterol carried by the lipoproteins are low-density lipoproteins LDL (bad cholesterol) and high-density lipoprotein HDL (good cholesterol).

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What are the symptoms of barium poisoning?

Query: Hi doctor, My barium level shows greater than 50. I do not drink or smoke. Currently, I am on Winolap for urticaria. I need some help on this. Thank you.  Read Full »


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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Increased barium exposure can occur through constant exposure, and this can be a result of various potential sources, including pollution. If you work in a setting involving electronics or frequently travel near factories, you may be at risk of elevated barium exposure. ...  Read Full »

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