<prompt> Which of the following is the best predictor for future risk of cardiovascular events?hs CRPInterleukin 6Lipoprotein aHomocysteine  <response>: CRP is made in the liver in response to excess triglyceride storage. Elevated CRP levels3mgl using a high sensitive assay is associated with an increased risk of CHD. Another useful marker is lipoprotein associated phospholipase A2LpPLA2. It is made by macrophages in response to excess cholesterol storage. Its level when 270ngml is associated with CHD. Ideal value for CRP is 2mgl and for LpPLA2 is 200ngml. Ref: Glycemic Control in Hospitalized Patients By Lillian Lien, Page 38; High Density Lipoproteins, Dyslipidemia and Coronary Hea Disease By Ernst J. Schaefer, Pages 186-7 