A new risk factor for coronary artery disease can be detected by an ApoA1 mAb-based assay

Hui Ding1, Yin Wang2, Yan Zhang3

  • 1Department of Laboratory Medicine, Tongren Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200336, China.

Insights

A new apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1) monoclonal antibody (mAb) assay identifies a high-density lipoprotein (HDL) subclass linked to coronary artery disease (CAD). This assay aids in improving CAD risk assessment.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Immunology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine

Background:

  • Coronary artery disease (CAD) poses a significant global health challenge.
  • Biomarkers for early and accurate CAD detection are crucial for effective management.
  • Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1) is a key component of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify an apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1) monoclonal antibody (mAb) associated with coronary artery disease (CAD).
  • To evaluate the diagnostic utility of an assay utilizing this ApoA1 mAb for CAD.
  • To explore the relationship between ApoA1 subclasses and CAD risk.

Main Methods:

  • Recruited 180 CAD patients and 199 healthy controls.
  • Employed Spearman's rank correlation and logistic regression for association analysis.
  • Utilized Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis to assess diagnostic accuracy.

Main Results:

  • ApoA1 mAb measurements showed a significant positive correlation with CAD (r=0.243, P<0.01).
  • The ApoA1 mAb assay demonstrated an area under the ROC curve of 0.704 in patients with normal HDL-C.
  • ApoA1 values from the mAb assay positively impacted CAD risk assessment.

Conclusions:

  • An ApoA1 mAb-based assay can identify an HDL subclass positively associated with CAD.
  • This assay offers potential for enhanced and reappraised CAD risk stratification.
  • The findings suggest a novel approach to improving cardiovascular risk assessment.
Abstract

Related Concept Videos

Pharmacogenomics: Identification of New Drug Targets01:29

Pharmacogenomics: Identification of New Drug Targets

Advances in genomics have profoundly influenced drug discovery by increasing both the speed and accuracy of pharmaceutical development. Pharmacogenomics, which examines how genetic variation influences drug response, facilitates the identification of novel therapeutic targets and enables patient stratification for personalized treatment. These strategies contribute to improved drug efficacy, minimized adverse effects, and more efficient clinical trial design.Mapping genetic differences...
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System VI: Calcium -Scoring CT01:25

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System VI: Calcium -Scoring CT

Calcium-Scoring CT ScanA calcium-scoring CT scan, also known as coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan, detects calcium deposits in the coronary arteries. This test assesses the risk of coronary artery disease (CAD), which can lead to cardiovascular events such as angina, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest.A calcium-scoring CT scan is generally recommended for individuals at intermediate risk of CAD without symptoms. It includes:Men aged 40-75 and women aged 50-75: Especially those with a...
Coronary Artery Disease I: Introduction01:30

Coronary Artery Disease I: Introduction

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): An Overview with Scientific InsightsCoronary Artery Disease (CAD), often referred to as C-A-D, is a prevalent blood vessel disorder classified under the broader category of atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a pathological process characterized by the hardening and narrowing of arteries due to the accumulation of atherosclerotic plaques. These plaques are composed of cholesterol, fatty substances, inflammatory cells, calcium, and fibrin, reducing blood flow to...
Coronary Artery Disease II: Pathophysiology01:26

Coronary Artery Disease II: Pathophysiology

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) originates from a series of events that impair the function of coronary arteries, the blood vessels responsible for delivering oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. The pathophysiology of CAD is closely linked to atherosclerosis, a chronic inflammatory and lipid-driven condition affecting the vascular endothelium.1. Endothelial DamageThe process begins with damage to the vascular endothelium, which serves as a protective barrier between the blood and the vessel...
Atherosclerosis II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Tests01:27

Atherosclerosis II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Tests

Atherosclerosis is a progressive disorder that leads to the thickening and narrowing of arterial walls due to plaque buildup. This condition can cause various symptoms depending on the arteries affected:Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): This condition affects the coronary arteries and may lead to chest pain (angina), shortness of breath (dyspnea), heart attacks, and other heart disease symptoms.Cerebrovascular Disease: This affects blood flow to the brain, causing transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)...