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Phenotypic Characteristics of the 387 Individuals Included in the Study.
| Characteristics | Frequency (%) or Mean ± SD |
|---|---|
| No. of families | 21 |
| No. of individuals | 387 |
| Sex | |
| Males | 178 (46%) |
| Females | 209 (54%) |
| Age (years) | 37.8 ± 19.81 |
| Smokers* | 146 (38%) |
| Total cholesterol (mmol/l) | 5.19 ± 1.15 |
| Lp(a) (mg/l) | 33.38 ± 38.35 |
Individuals in the study were defined as smokers when they usually smoke, independently of the number of cigarettes.
