A rare cholesterol type acts like a sticky glue for blood clots
A hidden genetic passenger in your blood mimics the body's natural healing tools to prevent clots from dissolving, doubling the risk of a heart attack.
Most people know about good and bad cholesterol, but a third type called Lp(a) acts less like a fat and more like a molecular saboteur. Discovered in 1963 by Norwegian physician Kåre Berg, this particle features a unique protein tail that looks almost identical to the enzymes your body uses to break down blood clots. Because of this resemblance, Lp(a) tricks your system, effectively blocking your natural 'clot-clearing' machinery and acting as a sticky glue that keeps blockages in place.
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