Fat particles left over after digestion — called remnant lipoproteins — are thought to raise heart disease risk, especially when triglyceride levels are high.

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The role of non-LDL:non-HDL particles in atherosclerosis

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2002 Jun

This study shows that fatty particles in the blood called remnant lipoproteins — which come from high triglycerides — are linked to clogged heart arteries, just like the guidelines say.

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The role of non-LDL:non-HDL particles in atherosclerosis

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DOI: 10.1007/S11892-002-0096-0

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