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250. When You Should Worry About LDL Cholesterol with Mike Fave
Paul Saladino MD podcast
Know Your Numbers: Assessing Cardiovascular Risk
To accurately assess cardiovascular risk, a lipid panel, basic metabolic panel, and complete blood count are essential initial tests. However, additional blood markers can provide deeper insights into metabolic function and vascular health. Important markers to consider include high sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP) for inflammation, homocysteine levels to identify risk, oxidized LDL which indicates oxidative stress on lipoproteins, and myeloperoxidase, an indicator of vascular inflammation. Utilizing these markers enhances the understanding of one's cardiovascular health beyond standard metrics.
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