Comprehensive Approach to Atherosclerosis and Lipoproteins

Atherosclerosis, a major cause of cardiovascular disease, involves the retention of various lipoproteins in the arterial wall, not just LDL cholesterol. Triglyceride levels impact the accuracy of LDL cholesterol measurement, particularly in individuals with pre-diabetes or high triglyceride levels. Elevated triglycerides can decrease the accuracy of LDL measurement, highlighting the need for a comprehensive understanding of lipoprotein levels in assessing cardiovascular risk.

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