Dyslipidemia Prevalence among Apparently Healthy Students of Science Laboratory Technology in Bauchi State University Gadau
Keywords:
Body Mass Index, Cardiovascular Disease, Dyslipidemia, Prevalence, Risk Factors, YouthsAbstract
Dyslipidemia is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), and its prevalence is increasing globally. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of dyslipidemia and its associated risk factors among apparently healthy students in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology, Bauchi State University Gadau. A total of 200 students (137 males and 63 females) aged 18-42 years participated in the study. Anthropometric measurements, including body mass index (BMI), and lipid profile parameters, including total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), were assessed. The results showed a high prevalence of dyslipidemia (52.0%) among the students, with abnormal lipid profiles observed in 18.2% for TC, 9.3% for TG, 19.8% for HDL-C, and 3.3% for LDL-C. The study also found no significant difference in the mean values of TC, TG, HDL-C, and LDL-C between males and females. However, a significant difference was observed in the mean age of participants when compared across underweight, normal weight, and overweight categories. The study highlights the need for regular assessment of lipid profiles and promotion of healthy lifestyle habits among students to prevent and control CVD. The findings of this study can inform the development of targeted interventions to reduce the burden of dyslipidemia and CVD among young adults.
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