Description
This test measures the amount of a certain type of protein on the surface of cholesterol called apolipoprotein B-100 (ApoB) in your blood. ApoB is the main protein found in the low-density lipoproteins (LDL). LDL cholesterol is also called “bad” cholesterol because high levels of it can damage your heart and arteries.
- Reported within 6 Hours after sample received
Sample(s) Required
- Serum
About This Test
To evaluate the risk of CAD: Levels of apo A-1 are inversely associated with premature cardiovascular disease and peripheral vascular disease. The ratio of apo A to apo B has greater sensitivity and specificity for CAD than individual lipid or lipoproteins.
3 Test(s) Included
- Apolipoprotein A – 1
- Apolipoprotein B
- Apolipoprotein B : A1 Ratio
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