Apolipoprotein B: A Better Predictor of Heart Disease Risk Than LDL Cholesterol?
Dr. Kumar’s Take:
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that apolipoprotein B (apoB) and non-HDL cholesterol are better markers of cardiovascular risk than LDL cholesterol in patients taking statins. If you’re on cholesterol-lowering medication, relying solely on LDL cholesterol may not give you the full picture of your heart health. Instead, measuring apoB could provide a clearer assessment of your risk for heart disease.