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Lipoprotein (A) Blood Test

 


Lipoprotein (A) Blood Test

£90.00 - £90.00
£90.00
£90.00 - £90.00
£90.00

Measure the levels of lipoprotein (a) in the blood. Elevated levels in the blood have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, including coronary artery disease and stroke.

  • Biomarkers: 1
  • Turnaround: 6 days

Simple and accurate blood test from a laboratory you can speak to.

Step 1. Choose sample collection option

Currently selected option: CLINIC APPOINTMENT

  • Add same or next day appointment during checkout.
  • Rapid results - no waiting for the kit, no finger pricking, no posting the sample back.
  • Blood collection from your arm by our professional nurses.
  • Single appointment covers all your tests on the day.
  • Clinics in London, Brighton/Hove, Croydon, Guildford, Reigate, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Crawley.

Clinic too far? Get a home kit by selecting "HOME KIT" as sample option, it's the same test.

About the test

The lipoprotein(a) blood test, often abbreviated as Lp(a) test, is a test used to measure the levels of lipoprotein(a) in a person's blood. Lipoprotein(a) is a type of lipoprotein that consists of a cholesterol particle attached to a specific protein called apolipoprotein (a). It is similar in structure to low-density lipoprotein (LDL), commonly known as "bad cholesterol," but it has additional protein components.

Elevated levels of lipoprotein(a) in the blood have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, including coronary artery disease and stroke. It is believed that high Lp(a) levels can contribute to the development of atherosclerosis, which is the buildup of plaque in the arteries.

The lipoprotein(a) blood test is typically performed to assess an individual's risk of developing heart disease and to guide treatment decisions. However, it's important to note that while elevated Lp(a) levels are a risk factor, they are just one of many factors that can contribute to cardiovascular disease risk. Other risk factors, such as high LDL cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, and family history, also play important roles in determining an individual's overall risk.

It is worth noting that while Lp(a) is an important biomarker, it is just one part of the larger lipid profile and should be considered in the context of an individual's overall health and risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Regular monitoring of lipid levels, including Lp(a), can help in the early detection and management of cardiovascular risk. The Cholesterol Blood Test is our most popular panel to have on subscription.

1 Biomarker

  1. CHOLESTEROL

    - Lipoprotein (A)
    - Turnaround time: 6 days

  2. UPGRADE

    Need more biomarkers? Check out our Cholesterol Blood Test. You can add Lp(a), ApoA1 and ApoB to the cholesterol panel for a complete picture.

Most of the biomarkers we offer in the "ready made" panels are also available separately. So if your favourite test panel is missing a biomarker you would like to have, no problem, you can add whatever you need to one of our standard panels using the "Pick-n-mix" options, such as this one.

Symptoms and tags

Cardiovascular risk worry