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Lipid Dynamics

Meaning

Lipid dynamics describes the continuous, complex processes of synthesis, breakdown, transport, and signaling carried out by various types of fats and fat-like molecules within the body. This encompasses the intricate metabolism of cholesterol, triglycerides, and phospholipids, which are critical not only for efficient energy storage but also as essential precursors for all steroid hormones and integral components of cellular membranes. Monitoring these dynamic processes offers a superior assessment of cardiovascular and metabolic health than static lipid panels alone.