Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio
Understanding Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio
What is Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio?
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What is Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio used for?
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What does Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio measure?
An Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio test helps predict the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in individuals at high risk, such as those who are obese, have a family history of heart disease, have high cholesterol, or have had similar health issues in the past. Apolipoprotein A1 is the primary protein associated with HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) and its increased concentrations are associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Apolipoprotein B is the primary protein associated with LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and other lipid molecules. An increase in LDL cholesterol is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Therefore, the Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio is a key marker of developing potential cardiovascular disease (CVD) or heart-related ailments.