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Understanding the LP little a and ApoE Genes in Cholesterol Levels
14:16 - 22:07 (07:50)
Dr. Peter Attia discusses the LP little a and ApoE genes and their role in cholesterol levels. He highlights the importance of knowing these numbers for certain patients with familial hypercholesterolemia and using VLDL cholesterol as a proxy for total cholesterol in others.
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Understanding your LP little a and ApoE can provide insight into the risk of Alzheimer's disease and cardiovascular health.
14:16 - 16:44 (02:27)
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Understanding your LP little a and ApoE can provide insight into the risk of Alzheimer's disease and cardiovascular health.
ChapterUnderstanding the LP little a and ApoE Genes in Cholesterol Levels
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A clinician should only pay attention to the patient's total and LDL cholesterol numbers if they have familial hypercholesterolemia and require a PCSK9 inhibitor.
16:44 - 22:07 (05:22)
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A clinician should only pay attention to the patient's total and LDL cholesterol numbers if they have familial hypercholesterolemia and require a PCSK9 inhibitor. The clinician generally uses non-HDL cholesterol minus LDL cholesterol as a proxy for VLDL cholesterol. Additionally, the form of glucose, such as rice or potatoes, should be considered when examining one's lipid profile.