Comparison of Cord Blood Atherogenic Index in Males and Females
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Background: A strong independent relationship has been observed in epidemiological studies between serum
cholesterol and coronary heart disease.
Method: Study group consisted of 100 healthy newborns and hundred healthy volunteers (age group 18-25
years) served as controls. Samples were analyzed for lipid profile (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL cholesterol,
VLDL cholesterol, and LDL cholesterol), apolipoproteins: ApoA-I, ApoB. Atherogenic index (A.I.)
was calculated as ratio of Apo-B to ApoA-I.
Results: Lipid profile parameters were significantly lower in cord blood as compared to adults (P