cholesterol; hdl/ldl; lipoprotein (a); cvd

Lipoprotein a - Dr. Steven Nissen

Dr Steven Nissen and Dr Thomas Nero discuss the importance of Lipoprotein a aka Lp(a) and its clinical importance as a special type of LDL cholesterol which dramatically increases your cardiovascular risk. They also covers why it important to get it tested at least once and what you can do to...
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- Sep 15, 2024
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Cholesterol: The Good, The Bad, and Lipoprotein (a)

Join NYU Langone internist and cholesterol expert James A. Underberg, MD, to learn the latest clinical and scientific updates about the link between cholesterol and heart disease. Dr. Underberg will discuss the management and treatment of cholesterol levels that are too high, too low, or have an...
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- Sep 15, 2024
- cholesterol; hdl/ldl; lipoprotein (a); cvd
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TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038