Lipoprotein (a)
$35
- Sample
- Blood draw
- Preparation
- No fasting needed.
- Results in
- 1-3 business days after your sample reaches the lab
Tests are ordered by an independent licensed physician. This service does not replace care from your own doctor. Talk with a healthcare professional about your results.
Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a cholesterol-carrying particle similar to LDL, but its level in your blood is determined almost entirely by genetics rather than diet or lifestyle. High levels are linked to a higher risk of heart disease, independent of your regular cholesterol numbers.
Because it’s largely inherited, most guidelines suggest checking it once in a lifetime, particularly with a family history of early heart disease.
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