Publication at First Faculty of Medicine |
2019
Abstract
Lipids are transported by lipoproteins in the blood system. Lipoprotein (a) is a unique lipoprotein of the human plasma discovered by Professor Kåre Berg in 1963.
Lp(a) is composed of apoliprotein (a) and LDL. In comparison with the other lipoprotein particles, the lipoprotein (a) plasma level is rather constant, only slightly affected by endogenous and exogenous factors.
Elevated Lp(a) levels are considered to be a risk factor for atherosclerosis and aortic stenosis. The risk level is over 50 mg/ dl.
High levels of Lp(a) have been detected in elderly patients, it is possible that this protective effect supports the reparation of tissue and anticancer activity.
