High-Risk Heart Health Lipid and Lp(a) Test Panel

This panel is an extended lipid panel that measures total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol (calculated), cholesterol/HDL ratio (calculated), non-HDL cholesterol (calculated), and lipoprotein(a). These markers may help assess your risk for heart attack, heart disease, stroke, and other diseases of the blood vessels for those with a history of premature ASCVD not explained by major risk factors.

Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a) is one of a group of lipoproteins that carry cholesterol through the blood. This group of lipoproteins also includes Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) and High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL). Lp(a) looks like LDL cholesterol or “bad” cholesterol, but it may be more likely to build up in the walls of your blood vessels, putting you at risk for cardiovascular disease (heart and blood vessel disease). Lp(a) levels are tied to a specific gene in your DNA inherited from your parents. Lp(a) levels appear in your body by age five and remain the same throughout your life. While all ethnic groups are affected, Lp(a) is more common in African Americans and South Asians. Lp(a) levels may also rise in women and remain raised after menopause when estrogen levels decrease. Acute illness may also cause a temporary change in your level.

If the results show you have higher than normal levels of cholesterol, lipoprotein(a), or other abnormal results, you and your healthcare provider can work together to determine next steps.

No doctor’s visit needed.

Cholesterol is a waxy, fatty substance found in everyone’s blood and is needed to make cell membranes, some hormones, and Vitamin D. Cholesterol comes from some animal-based foods, such as eggs, meat, and dairy. It is also produced by the liver. Too much cholesterol in the blood can clog blood vessels, reducing the flow of blood to the heart, brain, and other organs. This can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious health conditions.

Total cholesterol
Triglycerides
High-density lipoprotein (HDL)
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) (calculated)
Cholesterol/HDL ratio (calculated)
Non-HDL cholesterol (calculated)
Lipoprotein(a)

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