Also known as: Lipoprotein(a), Lp(a)
Hospital Lab
$150
cash pay
Other Labs
$55
+ lab fees
TestWell
$34.99
+ $6 lab fee
Lipoprotein(a) is a type of LDL particle that is largely determined by genetics. Elevated Lp(a) is an independent risk factor for heart disease and stroke that standard lipid panels do not measure. Since Lp(a) levels are genetic and largely stable throughout life, this test only needs to be done once. The American Heart Association recommends measuring Lp(a) at least once for anyone with a family history of early heart disease.
Lipoprotein(a) is an LDL-like particle linked tightly to genetics. Elevated Lp(a) is an independent cardiovascular risk factor — measure once in a lifetime per ESC guidelines.
Anyone with family history of early heart disease, recurrent cardiovascular events despite well-controlled LDL, anyone doing a serious longevity / cardio workup. Measure once unless you start a PCSK9 inhibitor.
Sample Type
Blood draw
Fasting
Not required
Results In
3–5 business days
Performed At
Quest or Labcorp
Your Lp(a) Hereditary Heart Risk Test results will include values for each of the 1 biomarker tested, along with reference ranges. Results are reviewed by a licensed physician before being released to your secure portal.
If any values fall outside the normal range, your report will include guidance on what that may mean and recommended next steps. You'll receive an email notification when your results are ready, typically within 3–5 business days.
Typical reference range layout
Lab reports show where your value sits relative to established reference intervals—your physician interprets this in context for you.
Your Lp(a) Hereditary Heart Risk Test results will include values for each of the 1 biomarker tested, along with reference ranges. Results are reviewed by a licensed physician before being released to your secure portal.
If any values fall outside the normal range, your report will include guidance on what that may mean and recommended next steps. You'll receive an email notification when your results are ready, typically within 3–5 business days.
Typical reference range layout
Lab reports show where your value sits relative to established reference intervals—your physician interprets this in context for you.
No fasting required. No special preparation needed.
No fasting required. No special preparation needed.
TestWell Price
$34.99
+ $6 lab processing fee at checkout
No insurance needed · HIPAA compliant
Better value: the Heart Health Panel
Save $72.96This test is part of the Heart Health Panel — 5 tests · 9 biomarkers for $74.99, $72.96 less than à la carte.
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5 tests · 9 biomarkers
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