The PLAC® test can help identify who is at risk so preventive measures can be taken, such as lifestyle modification or therapeutic intervention, to help avoid ischemic stroke and heart attack. Clinical studies have shown that both statins and fibrates significantly reduce Lp-PLA2 levels.18, 20-22

Reduced stroke incidence attributed to statins and fibrates may be related to their ability to lower Lp-PLA2 levels.