<p>Cardiovascular disease is a catch all term that includes coronary artery disease leading to heart attacks, cerebrovascular disease causing TIAs or strokes, and peripheral vascular disease causing poor blood supply to the extremities. The underlying disease process in all three involves atherosclerotic plaque build up in arteries leading to blockages. Screening is recommended to start with standard&nbsp;lipid panel, however your typical lipid panel leaves out&nbsp;other lipid protein&nbsp; moleculs that increase your risk of heart disease.&nbsp;</p>