Dr. Ron Krauss
Researcher / Senior Scientist, UCSF
LDL particle subfractions • cardiovascular risk • lipid metabolism
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About the expert
Focus: LDL particle subfractions and cardiovascular risk
Dr. Ronald Krauss is a senior scientist and director of Atherosclerosis Research at the University of California San Francisco. He is internationally recognised for his work on LDL cholesterol subfractions, identifying that small dense LDL particles carry significantly higher cardiovascular risk than large buoyant LDL. His research has reshaped the understanding of lipid metabolism and cardiovascular risk assessment.
Why this matters
Shows how different LDL cholesterol particle types may influence your cardiovascular risk beyond standard cholesterol numbers.