Renovascular arteriovenous differences in Lp[a] plasma concentrations suggest removal of Lp[a] from the renal circulation
High plasma concentrations of lipoprotein[a] (Lp[a]) are considered a genetically determined risk factor for atherosclerosis. Lp[a] is produced by the liver. The site(s) and mechanism(s) of catabolism are presently unclear. Lp[a] is elevated secondary to end-stage renal disease which suggests a dire...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
1997-09-01
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| Series: | Journal of Lipid Research |
| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022227520371509 |