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Serum lipid pattern in urban and rural Thai population
Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology
|January 1, 1978
Summary
This study compared lipid profiles in urban Bangkok residents and rural northeastern Thais. Bangkok individuals had higher total lipids and phospholipids but lower triglycerides, suggesting nutritional differences between urban and rural populations.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Nutritional Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Understanding variations in serum lipid profiles is crucial for assessing population health.
- Nutritional status can significantly influence biochemical markers like cholesterol and triglycerides.
- Urban and rural populations often exhibit distinct lifestyle and dietary patterns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate differences in serum lipid profiles (cholesterol, triglyceride, phospholipid, total lipid) and weight-to-height ratio between urban and rural Thai populations.
- To explore potential links between observed lipid profile variations and nutritional status.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study involving 172 individuals from Bangkok (urban) and 247 from rural northeastern Thailand.
- Biochemical analysis of serum cholesterol, triglyceride, phospholipid, and total lipid levels.
- Measurement of weight-to-height ratio.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant higher levels of total lipid and phospholipid were found in the Bangkok group.
- Triglyceride levels were significantly lower in the Bangkok group compared to the rural group.
- Serum cholesterol levels did not show a significant difference between the urban and rural groups.
Conclusions:
- Distinct differences in lipid profiles exist between urban (Bangkok) and rural Thai populations.
- These variations suggest potential differences in nutritional status and dietary habits.
- Further research is warranted to elucidate the specific nutritional factors contributing to these observed biochemical disparities.