Private Lipoprotein (a) test

The Lipoprotein (a) Test is currently not available at home. All of our tests are carried out in-person by trained phlebotomists in one of our 350 venues across the UK and Ireland. An in-person test guarantees the accuracy of your test results and enables us to get your samples to the laboratory for testing quickly, giving you your results faster.

A Lipoprotein (a) Test provides insights into cardiovascular health by measuring levels of lipoprotein(a) in the blood. Elevated levels are associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases, offering a unique risk assessment beyond standard cholesterol testing.

The Lipoprotein Test is generally suitable for individuals interested in monitoring their cardiovascular health and obtaining insights into overall well-being. It is especially beneficial for those with specific symptoms or risk factors related to heart health. The test is routine, involving a simple blood draw, and is considered a safe diagnostic procedure with minimal associated risks.

Your test results and other readings will each be given a ‘flag’ of a different colour: green, amber or red. Green results are within the recommended range for your age and sex; amber results are slightly outside what we'd normally expect; and red results are further outside the norm.

Where a result is amber or red, we'll give follow up advice on what to do next - whether that's making lifestyle changes, simply monitoring the result, or speaking to a GP - for further investigation.

If there are any critical results discovered by our laboratory, we will contact you immediately, so you won’t need to wait for your full results report to arrive to take appropriate action.

Lipoprotein(a), often abbreviated as Lp(a), is a specific type of lipoprotein in the blood. It consists of a cholesterol particle attached to a protein called apolipoprotein(a). Lipoproteins are molecules that carry cholesterol and fats through the bloodstream.

Elevated levels of Lp(a) in the blood have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, particularly atherosclerosis (hardening and narrowing of the arteries). The exact role of Lp(a) in cardiovascular health is not fully understood, but it is believed to contribute to the buildup of plaques in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

As a result, measuring Lp(a) levels through a blood test can provide valuable information about an individual's cardiovascular risk.

A Lipoprotein Test is already included in many of our complete private health checks. It can also be added as an extra test to any individual health package. Call free on 0800 652 2183 before your appointment to speak to one of our team.

Your blood samples and other readings will be analysed by one of the leading laboratories in the UK with which we have established partnerships. Once they have analysed your samples and readings, your test results are sent securely to our in-house Results team, who compile your personalised Results Report.

Full preparation instructions will be provided in writing when you book your appointment.