Traditional lab tests often look at cholesterol and blood sugar but may miss early risk factors for heart disease. Dr. Vassily encourages tracking advanced markers such as ApoB, Lp(a), CRP, homocysteine, and Lp-PLA2. These markers provide deeper insights into inflammation, plaque buildup, and cardiovascular risk years before symptoms develop.
To understand this better, ApoB measures the number of harmful cholesterol particles that can penetrate the artery walls, while CRP indicates inflammation levels in the body. So, knowing these numbers might actually help us take prompt action to intervene sooner with targeted lifestyle changes.
