Association of Atherogenic Combined Index, hs-CRP/HDL-C Ratio, and TC/HDL-C-BMI Index with Low Vitamin D Levels among PLWH on Antiretroviral Therapy: A Cross-Sectional Study in Southwestern Uganda

Charles Nkubi Bagenda, Carol Nantongo, Jazira Tumusiime, Amos Oyuru, Doreen Nuwashaba, Michael Junior Mugisa, Bashir Ruzige, Isaac Kiwummulo, Vicent Mwesigye, Elizabeth A. John, Conrad Lubwama, Fred Sempijja, Lucy Grace Asio, Rose Nassali, Herbert Itabangi, Ronald Ouma Omolo

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC)

Published online on March 10, 2026

Abstract

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC), Volume 25, January-December 2026.
BackgroundLow Vitamin D levels are prevalent among people living with HIV (PLWH) on antiretroviral therapy (ART) and are associated with dyslipidemia and cardiovascular risk. This study examined the association between atherogenic indices and low vitamin ...