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Why is excessively low HDL considered to be an independent risk factor for heart disease?

April 26, 2017excessively Factor HDL heart disease independent low risk

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Why is excessively low HDL considered to be an independent risk factor for heart disease?

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So low HDL does not in itself “cause” atherosclerosis, but low HDL with low 2a and 2b, especially in the presence of other risk factors, makes you more susceptable.