IllustrativeAre you getting the right cholesterol test? Millions may not be, study says
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A study suggests that millions of people may not be receiving the correct cholesterol test, which could potentially miss heart attack risks. The standard test may not be effective, with some outlets indicating that an alternative test, such as one measuring apoB, may be more accurate. The implications of this study are still being reported, with some outlets discussing alternative health topics, but the main concern is the potential inaccuracy of commonly used cholesterol tests.