Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is often referred to as “bad” cholesterol because it can contribute to the buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries. High levels of LDL cholesterol are associated with an increased risk of heart disease.

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iollo markers that associate with Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol

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Cholesteryl ester 16:0

Cholesteryl esters containing palmitic acid (16:0) are common components of LDL particles and directly contribute to measured LDL cholesterol levels.

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Cholesteryl ester 18:1

Cholesteryl esters, especially those containing oleic acid (18:1), are major components of LDL particles and directly contribute to measured LDL cholesterol levels.

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Cholesteryl ester 18:2

Cholesteryl esters, especially those containing linoleic acid (18:2), are major components of LDL particles and directly contribute to measured LDL cholesterol levels.

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Lysophosphatidylcholine a C18:1

Lysophosphatidylcholines are derived from phosphatidylcholines. Levels of lysoPC a C18:1 may reflect LDL particle remodeling and correlate with LDL cholesterol.

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Lysophosphatidylcholine a C18:2

Lysophosphatidylcholines are derived from phosphatidylcholines. Levels of lysoPC a C18:2 may reflect LDL particle remodeling and correlate with LDL cholesterol.

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Phosphatidylcholine aa C34:2

Phosphatidylcholines are key phospholipids that make up the surface of LDL particles. PC aa C34:2 likely correlates with the number and size of LDL particles.

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Phosphatidylcholine aa C36:2

Phosphatidylcholines are key phospholipids that make up the surface of LDL particles. PC aa C36:2 likely correlates with the number and size of LDL particles.

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Phosphatidylcholine aa C36:3

Phosphatidylcholines are key phospholipids that make up the surface of LDL particles. PC aa C36:3 likely correlates with the number and size of LDL particles.

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Phosphatidylcholine aa C36:4

Phosphatidylcholines are key phospholipids that make up the surface of LDL particles. PC aa C36:4 likely correlates with the number and size of LDL particles.

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Phosphatidylcholine aa C38:3

Phosphatidylcholines are key phospholipids that make up the surface of LDL particles. PC aa C38:3 likely correlates with the number and size of LDL particles.

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Phosphatidylcholine aa C38:4

Phosphatidylcholines are key phospholipids that make up the surface of LDL particles. PC aa C38:4 likely correlates with the number and size of LDL particles.

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Sphingomyelin C24:1

Sphingomyelins are sphingolipids found in LDL particles that influence their atherogenic properties. SM C24:1 levels may correlate with LDL particle characteristics.