The inspection root operation is identified with a value of âJâ in the Medical and Surgical Section, and map is identified with a value of âK.â The discussion of each root operation in this article will begin with their definition, procedural examples, and explanations.
HDL: High density lipoprotein. Lipoproteins are combinations of lipids (fats) and proteins. They are the form in which lipids are transported in the blood. The high density lipoproteins transport cholesterol from the tissues of the body to the liver so it can be gotten rid of in the bile. HDL cholesterol is therefore considered the good cholesterol. The higher the HDL cholesterol level, the lower the risk of coronary artery disease.
1 HDL cholesterol absorbs cholesterol and carries it back to the liver, which flushes it from the body. 2  HDL is known as âgoodâ cholesterol because having high levels can reduce the risk for heart disease and stroke. 3  Triglycrides are a type of fat found in your blood that your body uses for energy.olecules called lipoproteins carry cholesterol in the blood. Two important kinds of lipoproteins are low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). When checking LDL and HDL, doctors often include another type of fat called triglycerides.