USE OF NMR LDL LIPOPROTEIN PARTICLE ANALYSIS IN CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE PREVENTION


Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D., Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA

Low density lipoprotein particle counts, assessed by NMR technology, is available and is a valuable adjunct to the standard lipid profile normally used in lipid management. This technology is most useful in the following 3 settings:

1. Management of lipids in a patient on therapy who is near goal

2. Recurrent cardiovascular events despite apparent proper management of LDL goal

3. Occurrence of early atherosclerotic events in patient with seemingly minimal risk factors These 3 medical situations will be discussed with appropriate case examples.