Lipoprotein (a) Blood Test

Worried about heart disease, even if your cholesterol levels are normal? Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease that standard cholesterol tests don’t detect. High Lp(a) levels can increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes, even in people with otherwise healthy lipid profiles. This test is ideal if you have a family history of heart disease or want a more detailed assessment of your cardiovascular risk.