Overview
The purpose of this study is to identify whether individuals following a ketogenic diet who experience extreme LDL-C elevation, termed "hyper-responders", have identifiable genetic variations in genes involved in cholesterol absorption.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- 18 years of age or older
- LDL-C >170 mg/dL in response to starting a ketogenic diet
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients who do not consent to blood draw for genetic testing
- Those with LDL-C <170 mg/dL on a ketogenic diet