
Opinion|Videos|April 7, 2025
How the Genetic Nature of Lp(a) Levels Influences Screening
Author(s)Nihar Desai, MD, MPH
Nathan Wong, PhD
Nathan Wong, PhD
Experts discuss the genetic determinants of lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) levels, providing evidence supporting this conclusion. They also explore how the hereditary nature of Lp(a) can drive awareness of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and aortic stenosis risk, potentially influencing screening protocols.
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Video content above is prompted by the following:
- I mentioned in the introduction that a person’s Lp(a) levels are mostly determined by genetics. What evidence supports this conclusion?
- How might the hereditary nature of Lp(a) help drive awareness of risk for ASCVD and aortic stenosis and influence screening protocols?
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