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ApoB Blood Testing for Hidden Heart Risk

Check apolipoprotein B on a blood test, ideally starting in your 20s if you have a concerning family history or want a more informative cardiovascular risk screen. ApoB reflects the number of atherogenic particles in circulation and is often a better predictor of heart attack and atherosclerosis risk than LDL cholesterol alone.

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Even the American Heart Association recognizes this as a better predictor of your risk of having a heart attack than your LDL cholesterol.

huberman · How to Improve Your Vitality & Heal From Disease | Dr. Mark Hyman · Apr 14, 2025 · 1:56:48 · open ↗
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