Association between anti-apolipoprotein A-1 antibodies and cardiovascular disease in the general population. Results from the CoLaus study.

In conclusion, anti-apoA-1 IgG levels are independently associated with CVD in the general population and also related to CV biomarkers in secondary prevention. These findings indicate that anti-apoA-1 IgG may represent a novel CVRF and need further study in prospective cohorts.
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Source: Thrombosis and Haemostasis - July 6, 2016 Category: Hematology Authors: Antiochos P, Marques-Vidal P, Virzi J, Pagano S, Satta N, Bastardot F, Hartley O, Montecucco F, Mach F, Waeber G, Vollenweider P, Vuilleumier N Tags: Thromb Haemost Source Type: research