
Lipoprotein Test
Fasting Required: No
Specimen: Blood
Results: 3-5 Business Days
Description:
High Lipoprotein(a) is a risk factor for coronary heart disease (CHD), cerebrovascular disease (CVD), atherosclerosis, thrombosis, and stroke.
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Reference Range(s)
<75 nmol/L
Clinical Significance
Elevated concentrations of Lp(a) are associated with increased risk of coronary artery disease.
Alternative Name(s)
Lp (a)