Lp(a) (Lipoprotein(a))

Concept

An inherited lipoprotein disorder, identified as a strong non-modifiable risk factor for ASCVD, where an additional protein (apoA) binds to an LDL particle, making it highly atherogenic.

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334 - Cardiovascular disease, the number one killer: development, biomarkers, apoB, and more

334 - Cardiovascular disease, the number one killer: development, biomarkers, apoB, and more

Peter Attia MD

An inherited lipoprotein disorder, identified as a strong non-modifiable risk factor for ASCVD, where an additional protein (apoA) binds to an LDL particle, making it highly atherogenic.

Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity — Dr. Peter Attia

Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity — Dr. Peter Attia

Tim Ferriss

A genetically determined, very high-risk particle that, while unmodifiable, helps in understanding the need for more aggressive APO B optimization.