Lipoprotein (A) Test
- Category
- Heart
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
What Is This Test?
Measures lipoprotein(a), an inherited type of LDL-like particle.
Why this test is performed?
High Lp(a) is a genetic, independent risk factor for heart attack and stroke, and is relatively common in South Asians. Testing is advised for people with early heart disease or a strong family history.
Who should take this test?
Adults over 30, people with high BP, diabetes, obesity, smoking or a family history of heart disease; chest pain or breathlessness (seek urgent care).
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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- Report time: In 2 days
- Fasting 10–12 h
- Report time: In 2 days
- No fasting
- Report time: In 2 days
- No fasting
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Frequently asked questions
Usually not — Lp(a) is largely determined by genes and stays fairly stable, so one test in a lifetime is often enough.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 12–36 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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