Directly measured vs. calculated remnant cholesterol identifies additional overlooked individuals in the general population at higher risk of myocardial infarction
The research aims to determine the effectiveness of directly measured versus calculated remnant cholesterol in identifying individuals at increased risk of myocardial infarction.
Comparison of directly measured remnant cholesterol with calculated values in the general population.
Assessment of the proportion of individuals identified as at higher risk of myocardial infarction.
Identified 5% of individuals with cholesterol-rich, triglyceride-poor remnants overlooked by calculated measures.
These individuals exhibited a 1.8-fold increased risk of myocardial infarction.
Abstract
Directly measured vs. calculated remnant cholesterol identifies 5% overlooked individuals in the general population with cholesterol-rich, triglyceride-poor remnants and 1.8-fold increased risk of MI.