Lipoprotein(a) is not related to markers of insulin resistance in pregnancy

Conclusions: Lp(a) levels in pregnant women do not differ with respect to the presence or absence of gestational diabetes. Although influenced by some components of the lipid profile, such as triglycerides and HDL-C, insulin resistance in pregnancy is not affected by Lp(a).

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Source: Cardiovascular Diabetology - October 1, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Jelena TodoricAmmon HandisuryaKaroline LeitnerJuergen HarreiterGregor HoermannAlexandra Kautzky-Willer Source Type: research