Which plasma lipoprotein level is most concerning when considering the risk of coronary atherosclerosis?

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Elevated LDL levels make the greatest contribution to coronary atherosclerosis with the probability of developing coronary heart disease (CHD) directly related to the LDL level in the blood. Total cholesterol levels do not have the same direct link. HDL levels cause increased risk when they are low. The relation between elevated very-low-density lipoprotein levels and CHD is not clear.

Which Plasma Lipoprotein Level Is Most Concerning When Considering the Risk