{"product_id":"triglyceriden-vingerprik","title":"Triglycerides (fingerstick)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat are Triglycerides?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriglycerides are a type of fat found in the blood. When you eat, your body converts the calories it doesn't need immediately into triglycerides, which are stored in fat cells. Later, between meals, your body can use these triglycerides for energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy should you have Triglycerides tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTesting triglycerides is useful for assessing your risk of heart disease. It is especially useful as part of a lipid profile (cholesterol test) during regular health check-ups or if you have risk factors for heart disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe level of triglycerides in your blood can indicate how well your body processes fats. It helps assess the risk of developing heart disease and can be an indicator of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high triglyceride level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high level of triglycerides can indicate an increased risk of heart disease. It can also be a sign of other conditions, such as metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, or a thyroid disorder. Excessive alcohol consumption, obesity, and a diet high in carbohydrates can also contribute to high triglycerides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low triglyceride level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile much attention is focused on high levels, extremely low triglyceride levels are rare and may indicate malnutrition, malabsorption (where your body does not properly absorb nutrients from food), or other medical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52250402750810,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/Triglyceriden.png?v=1755941753","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/products\/triglyceriden-vingerprik","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}