What are the differences in lipid issues according to race/ethnicity?
Asian Americans have lower levels of HDL-C than whites. Hispanic/Latino women have higher prevalence of low HDL-C compared to Hispanic/ Latino men. Blacks have higher levels of HDL-C and lower levels of triglycerides than non-Hispanic whites or Mexican Americans. All ethnic groups appear to be at greater risk for dyslipidemia, but important to identify those with more sedentary behavior and less favorable diet. There is higher prevalence of LDL-C among Asian Indians, Filipinos, Japanese, and Vietnamese than among whites. An increased prevalence of high TG was seen in all Asian American subgroups.