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Journal Of Clinical Lipidology

Journal of Clinical Lipidology, a journal of the National Lipid Association, is published monthly and covers clinical lipidology, dyslipidemia, lipid metabolism disorders, pharmacological and lipid metabolism research, treatment and trials, case studies, and lifestyle modification for a broad medical readership including cardiologists, endocrinologists, primary care physicians, pharmacists, nurses, dietitians, and researchers.

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Impact Factor 4.6
Quartile Q1
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 1933-2874
eISSN 1876-4789
Invitation Only No
Cost Range USD 3510 APC for open access; no open access publication fee for subscription publication.

Submission Instructions

Journal Of Clinical Lipidology accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Articles

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Original Articles should generally range between 2000 and 6000 words. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Manuscript must include 5 to 10 English keywords, article highlights of 3 to 5 bullet points submitted as a separate editable file, and a generative AI declaration in a new section before the references if such tools were used in manuscript preparation.
References Original Articles must include no more than 40 references. References must be cited as numbers in square brackets and numbered in the order they appear in the article.
Figures & Tables Figures must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript, while tables must be submitted as editable text. Tables must be cited in the text, numbered consecutively, and include captions, and all artwork must be cited in the text, numbered by order of appearance, and accompanied by captions.
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Reviews Contemporary And Historical Reviews (Solicited And Unsolicited).

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. Abstract must be 250 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript Manuscript should generally not exceed 5000 words including references, tables, and figures. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Manuscript must include 5 to 10 keywords, 3 to 5 highlights submitted as a separate editable file, and a generative AI declaration section before the references if AI tools were used in preparation.
References Reference list must include no more than 60 references. References must be cited as numbers in square brackets and numbered in the order they appear in the article.
Figures & Tables Figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the text, numbered consecutively in order of appearance, and accompanied by captions.
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Case Studies

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract A brief abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be brief.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 2000 words. Manuscript must follow the sections Brief Abstract, Introduction, Case Presentation, Discussion, Conclusion, Patient Consent statement, Conflict of Interest Statement, and References. Article highlights are required as a separate editable file with 3 to 5 bullet points, 5 to 10 English keywords must be provided, and any use of generative AI in manuscript preparation must be declared in a section placed before the references list.
References References must be cited using numbers in square brackets and listed in the order they appear in the article.
Figures & Tables A maximum of 3 figures and tables in total is permitted. Figures must be uploaded as separate files, while table placement is not explicitly stated beyond submission as editable text. Tables must be editable text with captions and consecutive numbering, and all figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text.
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Brief Communications

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Brief Communications must include an abstract. The abstract must be unstructured and must not exceed 160 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript Brief Communications must not exceed 2000 words including text, tables, and figure legends. The manuscript must be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Article highlights consisting of 3 to 5 bullet points are required as a separate editable file, 5 to 10 English keywords must be provided, and any use of generative AI in manuscript preparation must be declared in a section placed before the references.
References Brief Communications may include up to 20 references. References must be cited as numbers in square brackets and listed in the order they appear in the article.
Figures & Tables Brief Communications are limited to a combined total of 3 tables and figures. Figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the text, numbered consecutively in order of appearance, and accompanied by captions.
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Letters To The Editor

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not be included.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 450 words. Article highlights are required at submission as a separate editable file containing 3 to 5 bullet points, and any use of generative AI in manuscript preparation must be declared in a section placed before the references.
References References must be cited as numbers in square brackets and listed in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables Figures must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript. Tables must be submitted as editable text rather than images.
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Recent Publications

Radiographic Measurement of the Achilles Tendon for Diagnosis of Familial Hypercholesterolemia

Primploy Greeviroj, Patrawon Gomutput, Nitipat Sandusadee, Suwanna Muanpetch, Numphung Numkarunarunrote, Rattana Leelawattana, Nuntakorn Thongtang, Rungroj Krittayaphong, Chutintorn Sriphrapradang, Prin Vathesatogkit, Jaruwan Kongkit, Mattabhorn Phimphilai, Chatchon Kaewkrasaesin, Pimjai Anthanont, Nattapol Sathavarodom, Swangjit Suraamornkul, Phatharaporn Kiatpanabhikul, Usanee Sunanta, Kiattipoom Buranawanich, Nawarat Pengpong, Mongkontida Umphonsathien, Artit Torpongpun, Panuwat Suteerayongprasert, Thachanun Porntharukchareon, Chaicharn Deerochanawong, Thitinan Treesaranuwattana, Vichai Senthong, Stephen Kerr, Poranee Ganokroj, Weerapan Khovidhunkit

10.1016/j.jacl.2026.05.239
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Lipoprotein(a) and Coronary Inflammation: Joint Predictors of Residual Risk in Post-Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Coronary Artery Disease

Zixiang Ye, Chenyue Liu, Enmin Xie, Chenxi Song, Rui Zhang, Haoyu Wang, Shanshan Shi, Zhiyong Zhao, Kefei Dou

10.1016/j.jacl.2026.05.242
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Diagnosis of familial dysbetalipoproteinemia due to APOE p.(Arg154Ser): the role of ultracentrifugation and lipid ratios

Armando Raul Guerra-Ruiz, Marta Martin Millan, Alvaro del Real Bolt, Bernardo Alio Lavin Gomez, Jose Luis Hernández Hernández

10.1016/j.jacl.2026.05.241
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Imaging Guided Treatment of Subclinical Atherosclerosis- We’ve come a long way!

Eugenia Gianos, Ron Blankstein

10.1016/j.jacl.2026.05.236
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From the Editors: Lipoprotein(a), inflammation, and residual ASCVD risk plus further evidence of greater benefits of LDL-C reduction in primary prevention

Kevin C. Maki, P. Barton Duell

10.1016/j.jacl.2026.05.232
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Submissions are initially assessed by editors and, if suitable, are typically sent to a minimum of two reviewers. Proof corrections are requested within two days.

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What are the publication costs?

USD 3510 APC for open access articles; no open access publication fee for subscription publication.

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Research Topics

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