Metabolic Syndrome

Question 1

What are the criteria for diagnosing Metabolic syndrome?

Answer 1

1. Abdominal obesity (35 inches/89 cm for women, 40 inches/102 cm for men).
2. Serum triglyceride at least >150 mg/dL or if taking lipid lowering drugs.
3. HDL cholesterol 110 or if taking glucose lowering drugs.
4. Hypertension, at least > 130/85mmHg.