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[Researches on cholesterolemia "normal values" (author's transl]
Quaderni Sclavo Di Diagnostica Clinica E Di Laboratorio
|September 1, 1976
Summary
Statistical analysis of blood cholesterol data revealed three distinct Gaussian components. These components identify normal, pre-disease, and pathological cholesterol levels in diverse populations.
Area of Science:
- Biostatistics
- Clinical Chemistry
Context:
- Analysis of blood cholesterol levels using direct measurement methods.
- Involves data from healthy blood donors and out-patients.
Purpose:
- To perform a statistical analysis of blood cholesterol frequency distribution.
- To identify distinct Gaussian components within heterogeneous data sets.
Summary:
- Identified three Gaussian components in blood cholesterol distributions.
- One component represents normal cholesterol levels (140-240 mg%).
- Other components suggest pre-disease (<210 mg% and 210-270 mg%) and pathological (>270 mg%) ranges.
Impact:
- Provides a statistical framework for interpreting blood cholesterol levels.
- Facilitates the differentiation of normal, pre-disease, and pathological cholesterol values.
- Aids in the early identification of potential cardiovascular risks.