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Testing LDL subfractions is important because these particles have been associated with increased risk of CAD, even when the total level of LDL cholesterol is “normal.” These LDL particles are taken up by cells in the blood vessel wall and can be oxidized. This can lead to plaque buildup or coronary artery disease (CAD).
