Abnormal Lipid Profile Level in Neonates and Possible Development of Atherosclerosis in Adulthood: Mini Review
Mathias Abiodun Emokpae1, Timothy God-Giveth Olusegun2, Oluwasina Moses Egbeyemi3 and *Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu4
1Department of Medical Laboratory Science, University of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria.
2School of Medical Laboratory Technology, O.L.A Catholic Hospital, Oluyoro Oke-Ofa
3Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Irakeji.
4Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kampala International University, Uganda.
*Corresponding author: Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu, Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Kampala International University, Uganda, emmanuelobeagu@yahoo.com, obeagu.emmanue@kiu.ac.ug, 0000-0002-4538-0161
ABSTRACT
The lipid profile during the neonatal period plays a pivotal role in determining the future risk of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases in adulthood. Abnormal lipid levels in neonates have been associated with an increased propensity for the development of atherosclerosis later in life. This review aims to explore the significance of abnormal lipid profiles in neonates and their potential implications for the development of atherosclerosis in adulthood. The discussion encompasses the mechanisms underlying lipid metabolism in early life, the impact of various factors on lipid levels in neonates, and the long-term consequences of abnormal lipid profiles. Understanding the relationship between neonatal lipid profiles and the risk of atherosclerosis in adulthood is crucial for developing preventive strategies and interventions aimed at reducing the burden of cardiovascular diseases in later life. This review synthesizes idea from existing literature to provide insights into the importance of early lipid assessment and its implications for long-term cardiovascular health.
Keywords: Abnormal Lipid Profile, Neonates, Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular Risk, Lipid Metabolism, Early Life, Long-term Health, Preventive Strategies, Cardiovascular Diseases
CITE AS Mathias Abiodun Emokpae, Timothy God-Giveth Olusegun, Oluwasina Moses Egbeyemi and Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu (2024). Abnormal Lipid Profile Level in Neonates and Possible Development of Atherosclerosis in Adulthood: Mini Review. IDOSR JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH 9(1) 29-36. https://doi.org/10.59298/IDOSRJSR/2024/1.1.2936.100