BachmanityInsanity
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Have not heard of apoE, what is it?Any reason why you prefer NMR versus a simpler apoB test? Do you think certain of the lipoprotein particles that contain apoB are more atherogenic than others?
This has been my approach (appreciate your input and thoughts):
1. Test for apoE genotype (one time test)
2. Test for lipoprotein(a) since it's particularly atherogenic due to its unique structure (if under 10, no need to test again)
3. Continuously test for apoB ("bad cholesterol")
4. Occasionally test for apoA ("good cholesterol")
I thought lp(a) was the main genetic problem to look for.
What about Lp-PLA2 - the enzyme lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 ? It indicates how much plaque is being laid down currently, is that correct?