Signs & Symptoms Quiz

Have you ever had a blood test that showed a triglyceride level of 880 mg/dL or higher?
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FCS is marked by triglyceride levels at or above 880 mg/dL. This level puts you at risk of a serious complication called pancreatitis.

Fasting triglyceride levels that are at or above 880 mg/dL for 3 consecutive blood draws could indicate FCS and should be investigated by your doctor.

Episodes of abdominal pain that occur off and on over time are the most common symptom reported by people with FCS.

If your doctor rules out any secondary causes of your elevated triglyceride levels, a genetic cause may be considered.

Pancreatitis is the main risk faced by people with FCS. Their extremely high triglyceride levels are a result of buildup of triglyceride-rich particles in the blood called chylomicrons, which can lead to pancreatitis. The most common symptom of pancreatitis is abdominal pain.

Even if it's not FCS, you may have concerns about your triglyceride levels or symptoms you're experiencing. Talk to your doctor to understand more about your triglyceride levels.

To find a doctor who's experienced in diagnosing and treating FCS, visit the Foundation of the National Lipid Association.

FCS is marked by triglyceride levels at or above 880 mg/dL. This level puts you at risk of a serious complication called pancreatitis.

Fasting triglyceride levels that are at or above 880 mg/dL for 3 consecutive blood draws could indicate FCS and should be investigated by your doctor.

Episodes of abdominal pain that occur off and on over time are the most common symptom reported by people with FCS.

If your doctor rules out any secondary causes of your elevated triglyceride levels, a genetic cause may be considered.

Pancreatitis is the main risk faced by people with FCS. Their extremely high triglyceride levels are a result of buildup of triglyceride-rich particles in the blood called chylomicrons, which can lead to pancreatitis. The most common symptom of pancreatitis is abdominal pain.

Even if it's not FCS, you may have concerns about your triglyceride levels or symptoms you're experiencing. Talk to your doctor to understand more about your triglyceride levels.

To find a doctor who's experienced in diagnosing and treating FCS, visit the Foundation of the National Lipid Association.

This quiz is not intended to provide a diagnosis but to provide information for follow-up with a healthcare professional. A diagnosis requires examination by and discussion with a healthcare professional qualified to make a clinical diagnosis.

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