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New Data Suggests Lipoprotein(a) Levels Are Mostly Stable, But Statins May Trigger Rises in a Small Minority
A 15-year study of 17,000 Taiwanese adults confirms that lipoprotein(a) levels remain stable for 97% of people, but identifies a small subset where levels rise significantly. While major medical societies now recommend one-time testing for all adults, the study suggests repeat testing may be necessary for those starting statins or developing diabetes.