This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology
Drug that decreases LpA in blood ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Statin, B. Nicotinic acid, C. Ezetimibe, D. CETP inhibitors
B: Nicotinic acid
Answer: B: Nicotinic acid 
Explanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Nicotinic acid Nicotinic acid reduces Lp(a) while statins do not have any effect on Lp(a).