Study on Prevalence of Hyperlipidemia among Medical Students in Wardha District – A study Protocol

Abstract

Background: Hyperlipidemia is a therapeutic word that indicates unusually increased levels of lipids in the blood, which is generally termed as increased cholesterol. There are mainly 2categories of cholesterol known as high-density lipoprotein, also known as good cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein, also called as bad cholesterol. However, hyperlipidemia can be inherited, resulting in an unhealthy lifestyle and sedentary lifestyle and regular intake of oily food, junk food , fatty food rich in cholesterol, etc. Aim: Aim is to study the Prevalence of hyperlipidemia among medical students in Wardha District. Objectives: To determine the dietary pattern among medical students and evaluate the level of lipid profile among medical students. Methodology: Cross-sectional observational study will be done on medical students of the Wardha district. Based on a well-structured questionnaire on each student's dietary schedule and by collecting fasting blood sample for lipid profile test to observe the level of HDL and LDL in the blood and to observe the Prevalence of hyperlipidemia among medical students in Wardha district of 18 and above years of age group. Written consent of the subject will be taken before collecting their blood samples. Results: The result will be analyzed statistically based on the study. Conclusion: Conclusion will be based on observation and analyzed data.