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Welcome to the Cholesterol Jeopardy Gameshow! There are 5 categories and each category has five questions ranging from 1050 points. If you have no background knowledge on cholesterol, then don’t feel bad if you get a lot of these wrong! This is an opportunity for you to learn about cholesterol! Have Fun! *

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LDL What the HDL? Topic 3 Lipidity Potpourri 10 10 10 20 20 20 30 30 30 40 40 40 50 50 50

What does LDL Stand For? *

Low-Density Lipoprotein *

Speaking In normal terms, is LDL good or bad? *

LDL is in fact bad for you. *

What is the structure of LDL? *

Has a very low density of lipoproteins and a very high density of cholesterol *

Where does LDL come from? *

The liver transports very low quantities of it but the junky foods that are in todays diet have LDL. *

Why do doctors monitor the concentrations of LDL in patients’ blood? *

Because to high levels of LDL can cause risk of heart attack, stroke. *

What does HDL stand for? *

High Density Lipoprotein. *

Speaking In normal terms, is HDL good or bad? *

In normal terms HDL is good cholesterol. *

What is the structure of HDL? *

Has a high density of lipoproteins and a lower density of cholesterol. *

What is the function of HDL? *

HDL is created by the liver to go through the bloodstream and “remove” the lingering LDL cholesterol to keep the blood stream clean. *

Daily Double Surprise: What is the Function of LDL? *

LDL is created by the liver to be sent to certain parts of the body. Since cholesterol is a lipid it is a precursor to hormones and steroids that our body needs to be able to change and grow. *

What type of test can be used to measure cholesterol? *

Lipid panel or lipid profile or lipoprotein profile *

What are the benefits in monitoring cholesterol? (Name 2) *

*To check your response to medicines used to treat lipid disorders. *To find your risk of having heart problems and blood flow problems. *To determine if you have any genetic diseases that make you have high cholesterol. *

What can patients do to change the levels of LDL and HDL in their blood? (Name 2) *

*Eat a Healthy Diet *Maintain a Healthy Weight *Exercise Regularly *Don't Smoke *Treat Your High Cholesterol *

What other molecules in a patient’s blood are monitored along with LDL and HDL? (Name 1) *

*Triglycerides *Chylomicrons (sometimes) *Other types of lipids (unsaturated, and trans) *

How are the concentrations of LDL and HDL associated with the risk for heart disease and associated disorders? *

*In general, the higher your LDL level and the more risk factors you have, the greater your chances of developing heart disease or having a heart attack. *HDL cholesterol protects against heart disease, so for HDL, higher numbers are better. A level less than 40 mg/d. L is low and increases your risk for developing heart disease. *

What is the difference between Saturated and unsaturated Fat? *

*Unsaturated fats have a double bond and saturated fats don’t. *Unsaturated fats are the good fats, while saturated fats are the bad fats. *Unsaturated fats are derived from plants, and saturated fats are derived from animals. *

What is a Trans Fat? (Describe as best as you can) *

* It is a type of fat that according to the FDA is no longer safe to consume in food. * Trans fats can be found in many types of pre- packaged items, like cookies, crackers and potato chips. * Trans fat is formed when hydrogen is added to vegetable oils, a process called hydrogenation which increases the shelf life and flavor of food containing these fats. * Trans fats are also found in many fried foods such as french fries and doughnuts. *

How does the intake of unsaturated fats affect cholesterol levels and overall health? *

Unsaturated fats raise HDL levels which in turn lowers LDL levels in the bloodstream. *

How does the intake of saturated fats affect cholesterol levels and overall health? *

Raises LDL levels very high and can increase the risk of Heart Disease. *

How does the intake of trans fats affect cholesterol levels and overall health? *

*Raises LDL levels very high and lowers HDL levels. *Can increase the risk of Heart Disease. *

What type of macromolecule is cholesterol? *

Lipid *

What do the results of a cholesterol test mean? *

*Your cholesterol levels can help your doctor find out your risk for having a heart attack or stroke. *They also can tell your doctor if you have any genetic cholesterol disorders. *

How should patients interpret each value? *

Total Cholesterol Level: LDL Cholesterol Level: Less than 100 mg/d. L = Optimal Less than 200 mg/d. L = 100 -129 mg/d. L = Near Desirable optimal 130 -159 mg/d. L = 200 -239 mg/d. L = Borderline high Borderline High 160 -189 mg/d. L = High 240 mg/d. L and above = 190 mg/d. L and above = Very high High *

What is the condition called that is characterized by a narrowing or hardening of the arteries from plaque (LDL) build up? *

Atherosclerosis. *

What are the 5 main things that cholesterol is used for? (Name 4) *

*Critical component of cell membranes *Precursor to all steroid hormones *Precursor to vitamin D (requires sunlight) *Produces bile acids which aid the digestion and absorption of fats *Limiting factor for brain synapses- learning and memory *