One in five people may carry this hidden cholesterol risk without knowing it
Researchers analyzing over 20,000 patients found that very high levels of the inherited cholesterol particle Lp(a) dramatically raise the risk of stroke, cardiovascular death, and major heart complications. Because most people with elevated Lp(a) have no symptoms, experts say a simple blood test could uncover a dangerous hidden risk factor.
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