Guidelines

What ATP 111?

What ATP 111?

Introduction. The Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III, or ATP III) constitutes the National Cholesterol Education Program’s (NCEP’s) updated clinical guidelines for cholesterol testing and manage- ment.

What does ATP III stand for?

Third Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III, or ATP III) presents the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) updated recommendations on cholesterol testing and management.

What increases HDL?

Here are nine healthful ways to raise HDL cholesterol.

  • Consume olive oil.
  • Follow a low carb or ketogenic diet.
  • Exercise regularly.
  • Add coconut oil to the diet.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Lose weight.
  • Choose purple produce.
  • Eat fatty fish often.

What are the ATP III guidelines for weight loss?

— Saturated fat <7% of calories, cholesterol <200 mg/day. — Consider increased viscous (soluble) fiber (10-25 g/day) and plant stanols/sterols (2g/day) as therapeutic options to enhance LDL lowering. ■ Weight management. ■ Increased physical activity.

What does ATP III stand for in heart disease?

ATP III Classification of LDL, Total, and HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL) Identify presence of clinical atherosclerotic disease that confers high risk for coronary heart disease (CHD) events (CHD risk equivalent): ■Clinical CHD ■Symptomatic carotid artery disease ■Peripheral arterial disease ■Abdominal aortic aneurysm.

How are lipoprotein levels determined in ATP III?

ATP III Guidelines At-A-Glance Quick Desk Reference Determine lipoprotein levels–obtain complete lipoprotein profile after 9- to 12-hour fast. ATP III Classification of LDL, Total, and HDL Cholesterol (mg/dL) Identify presence of clinical atherosclerotic disease that confers high risk for coronary heart disease (CHD) events (CHD risk equivalent):