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Atherogenic Index

Atherogenic Index

Explanation: AIP measures the balance between "bad" fats (triglycerides) and "good" cholesterol (HDL) in your blood by taking the mathematical log of their ratio. AIP is well correlated with the size of LDL cholesterol particles and reflects the level of small dense LDL, which are more dangerous because they easily penetrate artery walls and cause inflammation. When triglycerides are high and HDL is low, you get a higher AIP score, indicating your blood has more "bad" fat particles that can stick to artery walls and cause blockages.

Test purpose:

• AIP may be more closely associated with cardiovascular disease risk than individual lipoprotein measurements alone and surpasses the predictive value of traditional single lipid parameters.
• Assess dangerous LDL particles: AIP indirectly reflects the presence of small, dense LDL cholesterol which has more significant atherogenic potential than normal LDL due to its ability to infiltrate artery walls and promote atherosclerosis.

Note: Universal clinical reference ranges have not been established for this calculated marker. Available cutoffs vary by population and clinical context. This value should be interpreted alongside individual component values, clinical history, and other relevant biomarkers.

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