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Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]
Measure lipoprotein(a), a genetically influenced cardiovascular risk marker that is not typically included in a standard lipid profile. Lp(a) can provide additional context when assessing your overall cardiovascular risk.
Measure an important inherited cardiovascular risk marker.
Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] is a cholesterol-rich lipoprotein largely determined by genetics. Unlike standard cholesterol measures, Lp(a) levels are relatively stable throughout life and may provide additional information when assessing your overall cardiovascular risk.
Frequently asked questions
Go Beyond Cholesterol: Understanding Lp(a)
The Lp(a) test measures the blood concentration of lipoprotein(a), a cholesterol-containing lipoprotein largely determined by genetics.
Unlike standard cholesterol markers, Lp(a) levels are generally stable throughout adulthood and may remain elevated even when your conventional lipid profile appears normal.
Understanding your Lp(a) level can help provide a more complete picture of cardiovascular risk, particularly when considered alongside other markers such as LDL-C, ApoB, blood pressure and family history.
Lp(a) testing may be particularly relevant for individuals with:
- A family history of premature cardiovascular disease
- Known cardiovascular risk factors
- Elevated cholesterol despite healthy lifestyle habits
- A desire for a more comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular risk
Your Lp(a) result can be interpreted alongside your broader BioBaseline results and health profile to provide a more comprehensive understanding of your cardiovascular risk and inform appropriate next steps.
Know more than your cholesterol. Know your Lp(a).