Apolipoprotein B (Apo B) is the main protein found on LDL and VLDL cholesterol particles. Each atherogenic lipoprotein particle contains one Apo B molecule, making it a direct measure of the number o…
Category: lipids
Also known as: apolipoprotein b, apo b, apob, apo-b
Reference range: 0–100 mg/dL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: mg/dL
High values may indicate
High Apo B levels may indicate increased risk of cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, familial hypercholesterolemia, or metabolic syndrome.
Low values may indicate
Low Apo B levels are generally favorable and may reflect effective lipid-lowering therapy, though very low levels may be associated with hypobetalipoproteinemia or liver disease.