Lipoprotein (a) | American Heart Association
Often referred to as Lp (a), lipoprotein (a) is a type of lipoprotein that is genetically inherited and in high levels is a common independent risk factor for heart disease. How common is high Lp (a)? Should I …
Lipoprotein (a): Levels & Testing - Cleveland Clinic
Researchers have found that high levels of lipoprotein (a) can put you at a higher risk of heart and blood vessel disease. Opinions differ on who to test and which method to use, but scientists agree that …
Lipoprotein (a): An update on testing and treatment
Mar 1, 2025 · International consensus groups recommend one-time Lp (a) testing for everyone. In Europe, such testing is routine. But in the United States, the first official endorsement for Lp (a) …
Lipoprotein (a): What it is, test results, and what they mean
Feb 26, 2025 · High levels of Lp (a) in the blood can increase the likelihood of plaques or blood clots forming in the arteries. As a result of this effect, Lp (a) can increase the risk of cardiovascular...
What Does the Lipoprotein (a) Test Show? - WebMD
Feb 14, 2024 · Lipoprotein (a) is a low-density lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood. The lipoprotein (a) test — or Lp (a) test — determines the level of this lipoprotein in the blood, and its...
Feature | Lipoprotein(a): An Independent Risk Factor For CV Disease
Dec 1, 2025 · Lipoprotein (a) [Lp (a)] has evolved from a biochemical curiosity to a central player in cardiovascular risk assessment, with elevated levels affecting approximately 1.5 billion people …
Lipoprotein (a) Meaning and How Does it Impact My Heart Health?
Nov 29, 2023 · Lp (a) is a genetically inherited lipoprotein and a common independent risk factor for heart disease. Lp (a) is made up of two major proteins: apolipoprotein (a) [apo (a)] and …
Lp(a) Discovery Project - American Heart Association
Lipoprotein (a), also known as Lp (a), is a type of lipoprotein that is genetically inherited and is a common independent risk factor for heart disease. Having elevated Lp (a) can increase risk of heart …
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Elevated Lipoprotein A (LPA) - My Doctor Online
LPA results are either normal (less than 30 mg/dL) or high (greater than 30 mg/dL). High LPA can lead to blood clots in adults that might cause heart attacks or strokes, especially if there are other risk …