LDL-C vs Apo-B
This infographic reveals how LDL-C (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol) concentrations may not tell the full story about cardiovascular risk. It explains that LDL particles can vary in size and density, with smaller, denser particles linked to increased risk of atherosclerosis. These misleading LDL-C values can underestimate cardiovascular risk in conditions like hypertriglyceridemia, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease.
- Created by: Dr. Ty Sweeney
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