Hepatology
Hepatology is a sub-speciality of gastroenterology that focuses on the study, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts and pancreas. As a key organ for metabolic processes and detoxification, the liver plays a crucial role in our health. Hepatologists are therefore indispensable when it comes to treating liver diseases such as hepatitis, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Cholesterol – Functions, reference ranges and treatment of high levels
However, too much cholesterol in the blood can damage the blood vessels and increase the risk of certain cardiovascular diseases. Here you can find out what roles cholesterol plays, what the blood test results mean, and what can be done if your levels are high.
Triglycerides: What do elevated levels mean?
Read on to find out what might be causing high triglyceride levels, what they mean, and what you can do to help lower them.