Assess your inherited risk of heart disease with a specialist cholesterol test.
Lipoprotein (a), often written as Lp(a), is a type of lipoprotein particle found in your blood. It’s similar to LDL cholesterol ("bad cholesterol") but has an additional protein called apolipoprotein (a), which makes it stickier and more likely to contribute to plaque build-up in arteries.
Unlike other cholesterol levels, Lp(a) is mainly determined by your genes. Lifestyle factors like diet and exercise have very little impact on Lp(a) levels. This means you could have high Lp(a) even if your other cholesterol tests are normal.
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Elevated Lp(a) is an independent risk factor for several cardiovascular conditions, including:
Because Lp(a) can contribute to early and aggressive artery plaque formation, identifying elevated levels is important for people with a personal or family history of heart disease.
BOOK AN APPOINTMENTTesting Lp(a) provides valuable information beyond a standard lipid profile, helping guide long-term prevention strategies.
While Lp(a) itself is not directly treated with medication in most cases, identifying high levels can prompt more aggressive management of other risk factors:
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No, fasting is not required for Lipoprotein (a) testing.
Your results will be ready within 1 working day.
No, Lp(a) is a specialised test and is not part of a routine lipid profile. It must be requested separately.