How HDL size and quantity affect heart disease risk | Ronald Krauss
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The size and content of lipoproteins carrying HDL cholesterol vary considerably. When measured together, the HDL cholesterol carried by these particles is an indicator of lower heart disease risk. Low HDL cholesterol has been associated with high levels of the artery-damaging small dense LDL particles. In this clip, Dr. Ronald Krauss discusses the complexities of HDL cholesterol and its relationship to heart disease risk.
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