Spss window version 23

Data were entered and analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) window version 23. Descriptive statistics and the chi-square test was used for categorical variables. Binary logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with abnormal serum lipid profiles. Those variables with p<0.25 in the bi-variable analysis were considered for computing multivariable analysis to adjust for any confounding effect and odds ratios at a 95% confidence interval were used to measure the association between independent variables and abnormal serum lipid profiles. In multivariable analysis, p<0.05 was used to declare the significance of the association.

Internal consistency (reliability) was tested by calculating Cronbach’s Alpha using SPSS window version 23. Furthermore, health behavior experts crosschecked the content validity of the tool. Data collectors and supervisors were trained about the study instrument and data collection procedure. The principal investigator and the supervisors checked the collected data for completeness.