Assessment of the Value of a Genetic Risk Score in Improving the Estimation of Coronary Risk

Publication date: 1st June 2012

Conclusions

  • A multi-locus GRS unrelated to CVRFs was associated with increased CHD risk across two independent populations.
  • The GRS improved reclassification accuracy primarily for individuals with intermediate CHD risk, suggesting added value in refining risk assessment for this subgroup.
  • The inclusion of CIC GRS in the Framingham risk function improves predictive capability and risk classification in the intermediate coronary risk population.