MEtabolic syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is the waist circumference cutoff for men and women
A
> 102 cm (40in) in men
>88 cm (35in) in women
2
Q
Fasting TG
A
> 150 mg/dL
3
Q
HDL-C (men and women)
A
less than 40 mg/dL men
less than 50 mg/dL women
4
Q
Blood pressure
A
Greater than 130/85
5
Q
Fasting glucose
A
Greater than 100
6
Q
What are the criteria for metabolic syndrome?
A
Must have 3/5 of the following:
Waist circumference Fasting triglycerides elevated Low HDL HTN Fasting glucose elevated (>100)
