Biomarker Library
Ca
Calcium
The amount of calcium in the blood
Category: Heart Health
ApoA-I
Apolipoprotein A-I
HDL-associated protein with protective cardiovascular effects
Category: Heart Health
ApoB
Apolipoprotein B
Best measure of atherogenic particle number
Category: Heart Health
HDL
High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol
The 'good' cholesterol that helps remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream
Category: Heart Health
LDL
Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol
The 'bad' cholesterol that can build up in the arteries
Category: Heart Health
LDL-P
LDL Particle Number
Measure of the total number of LDL particles, which matters more than LDL-C alone
Category: Heart Health
LDL Size
LDL Particle Size
Measure of LDL particle diameter, with small particles associated with higher cardiovascular risk
Category: Heart Health
Lp(a)
Lipoprotein(a)
Genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease, not modifiable by lifestyle
Category: Heart Health
TC
Total Cholesterol
Overall cholesterol level in the blood
Category: Heart Health
TG
Triglycerides
Blood fats that serve as an energy source and cardiovascular risk marker
Category: Heart Health