Lipoprotein(a): An important piece of the ASCVD risk factor puzzle across diverse populations

Elevated lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) is an independent, genetic risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) that impacts ~1.4 billion people globally. Generally, Lp(a) levels remain stable over time; thus, most individuals need only undergo Lp(a) testing through a non-fasting blood dra...

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Published in:	American Heart Journal Plus
Main Authors:	Nicole Ciffone, Catherine J. McNeal, Mary P. McGowan, Keith C. Ferdinand
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier 2024-02-01
Subjects:	ASCVD Atherogenic Cardiovascular risk Genetic Lipoprotein(a) Testing
Online Access:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666602223001039