Atherogenic

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Atherogenic

Atherogenic (pronunciation: /æθərəˈdʒɛnɪk/) is a term used in medicine to describe substances or processes that are likely to cause Atherosclerosis. The term is derived from the Greek words "athero" meaning gruel and "genic" meaning producing.

Etymology

The term "Atherogenic" is derived from two Greek words. The first part, "athero", comes from the Greek word "athera" which means gruel or paste, referring to the fatty deposits that characterize atherosclerosis. The second part, "genic", comes from the Greek word "genes" which means producing or forming. Thus, atherogenic refers to the formation or production of fatty deposits or plaques in the arteries.

Related Terms

  • Atherosclerosis: A disease in which plaque builds up inside your arteries.
  • Lipoprotein: Any of a group of soluble proteins that combine with and transport fat or other lipids in the blood plasma.
  • Cholesterol: A type of fat found in your blood. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease.
  • Triglycerides: A type of fat (lipid) found in your blood. When you eat, your body converts any calories it doesn't need to use right away into triglycerides.
  • Low-density lipoprotein (LDL): Sometimes called "bad" cholesterol. High LDL with high total cholesterol can increase heart disease risk.
  • High-density lipoprotein (HDL): Sometimes called "good" cholesterol. High HDL with low total cholesterol can decrease heart disease risk.

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