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Case #360: Basic lipid panel underestimates LDL, misclassifies risk
Fifty-eight year old “Zachary” was referred to our office in early 2012 to establish care and undergo a physical. He reported having occasional heartburn for years and recently had a basic lipid panel (BLP) through his work.
The patient’s initial checkup showed:
- Height = 72 inches
- Weight = 225 pounds
- Waist = < 40
- BMI = 30
- BP = 125/75
- HR = 73
The patient’s BLP and labs showed:
- LDLc = 89
- TC = 146
- TG = 120
- HDLc = 33
- Glucose = 92
Zachary has a strong family history of heart disease, reporting that multiple men on his father’s side have had heart attacks (including his father). Zachary is a non-smoker and non-drinker who exercises regularly.