LDL Particle Number vs LDL-C
LDL-P measures the count of LDL particles via NMR. LDL-C measures the cholesterol carried inside those particles. Like ApoB vs LDL-C, particle count outperforms cholesterol mass when the two diverge — particularly in metabolic syndrome.
LDL-P is decisive when small-dense LDL is suspected, when ApoB is unavailable, or when prior cardiovascular events are present.
LDL-C is sufficient when lipid profile is concordant and metabolic markers are clean.
Educational. Final pathway selection is provider-reviewed via synchronous video consultation against your biomarkers, history, and goals.
Frequently asked
Do I need both LDL-P and ApoB?
Usually no — they convey the same information; ApoB is more widely available.
Which is on the standard panel?
LDL-C is standard; LDL-P is added during cardiovascular-anchored optimization.
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The adaptive assessment maps your symptoms, history, and goals to candidate pathways — and routes you into provider review.
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