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Lipoprotein(a) Test – Know Your Inherited Heart Risk | IDC
Inherited Cardiovascular System (CVS) Risk Marker

Lipoprotein(a)

A Hidden Risk.
A Clearer Picture.
A test that reflects inherited/genetic cardiovascular risk and is recommended at least once in adulthood.
Know your Lp(a).
Take a simple step
for your heart health.
Heart illustration

What is Lipoprotein(a)?

Lipoprotein(a), also called Lp(a), is a type of fat-carrying particle in the blood. It is similar to LDL, often called ‘bad cholesterol’, but it has an extra protein attached to it.

Lp(a) = LDL (Bad Cholesterol) Particle + Extra Protein
Lipoprotein(a) particle with extra protein

Why is Lp(a) important?

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Lp(a) levels are mostly inherited.
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Lp(a) levels usually remain fairly stable throughout life.
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A high Lp(a) level can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
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It can also increase the risk of certain heart valve problems.
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Lp(a) can be high even when your usual cholesterol test looks normal.

Who should know their Lp(a) level?

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People with a family history of early heart disease.
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People who developed heart disease at a young age.
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People with unexplained heart problems.
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People with high LDL (bad cholesterol) or other heart risk factors.
Experts recommend checking Lp(a) at least once in adulthood.

What can you do?

Check your level

A simple blood test can measure Lp(a).
The test can be done fasting/non-fasting.

Talk to your doctor

Your doctor can explain what your result means.

Take action

Early knowledge can help you protect your heart.

Know your Lp(a).
Take a simple step
for your heart health.
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