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New Cardiac Risk Profile Testing
Innovative Cardiovascular risk profile at The Institute for Optimal Health
Historically, the only means of assessing the cholesterol has been the total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglyceride level. Now with innovative technology, ultracentrifugation, your cholesterol can be examined to assess additional parameters which have important implications about your risk for heart attack and stroke and the risk of family members. These factors may also assist in guiding our recommendations regarding diet and exercise for you.
Apo B
Apo B is a measurement of the number of LDL "bad cholesterol" particles A high number of LDLs (high Apo B) increase your risk for heart disease Improved eating habits, increased physical activity and proper medication will lower Apo B numbers
LDL-S3EGGE
Small LDL particles cause heart disease to progress much more quickly because they enter the artery wall much faster than large particles Bigger is better...when it comes to LDL particle size Too many small LDL particles can increase your risk of heart disease Proper medications, the right kinds of foods and regular exercise will help you have fewer small LDL's
HDL-S10GGE
Large HDL particles work best in removing cholesterol from your blood Bigger is better. HDL2b is the biggest HDL; it does the best job of removing cholesterol Body fat loss, increased exercise, improved nutrition and medications can increase your levels of HDL and HDL2b
Apo E Genotype
Apo E is an inherited trait; like brown eyes, it never changes There are three type of Apo E genotype Apo E partially influences how you process and respond to dietary fat Apo E levels help determine the right nutrition program for you
Lp (a) - Extended Range
Hight levels of Lp(a) can increase your risk for heart attack and stroke Diet and exercise have no affect on lowerin abnormal values Specific medications can lower Lp(a) in some patients A high level of Lp(a) can be genetic. Family member may consider testin if they are at risk
Lp-PLA2
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