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ApoB Lipid Metrics

Meaning

ApoB Lipid Metrics refers to the clinical measurement and evaluation of Apolipoprotein B concentration, a key structural protein found on the surface of atherogenic lipoprotein particles, including LDL, VLDL, and Lp(a). The concentration of ApoB directly correlates with the total number of these potentially harmful particles in the circulation, offering a superior risk assessment for cardiovascular disease compared to traditional LDL-C levels alone. Monitoring this metric provides a precise quantification of the patient’s pro-atherogenic burden. Achieving optimal ApoB levels is a primary therapeutic target in advanced lipid management protocols.