Article
Genetics and Pathophysiological Mechanisms of Lipoprotein(a)-Associated Cardiovascular Risk.
Journal of the American Heart Association - 18 Jun 2024
Volgman Annabelle Santos, Koschinsky Marlys L, Mehta Anurag, Rosenson Robert S
Abstract excerpt
Elevated lipoprotein(a) is a genetically transmitted codominant trait that is an independent risk driver for cardiovascular disease. Lipoprotein(a) concentration is heavily influenced by genetic factors, including LPA kringle IV-2 domain size, single-nucleotide polymorphisms, and interleukin-1 ge...
Topics
- Humans
- Lipoprotein(a)
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Heart Disease Risk Factors
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Risk Assessment
- Phenotype
