What is Lp(a) (Lipoprotein(a))?
Learn about Lipoprotein(a) or Lp(a), a genetic risk factor for heart disease. Discover normal ranges, testing options, and management strategies.
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Is high Lp(a) a genetic risk for heart disease?
Learn how high Lp(a) levels, determined by genetics, increase heart disease risk and what you can do about this inherited cardiovascular risk factor.
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How is high Lp(a) treated?
Learn how high Lp(a) is treated through risk factor management, lifestyle changes, medications, and emerging therapies for cardiovascular protection.
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Is low Lp(a) good?
Learn why low Lp(a) levels are beneficial for heart health, what causes high Lp(a), and how to test your lipoprotein(a) levels at home.
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Are there health issues with low Lp(a)?
Learn about low Lp(a) levels and whether they cause health issues. Discover why low lipoprotein(a) is generally protective and when to test.
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What does a low Lp(a) level indicate?
Learn what low Lp(a) levels mean for your health, why they're considered protective against heart disease, and how to interpret your test results.
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What does high Lp(a) mean for my heart?
Learn what high Lp(a) means for your heart health, why it's a major cardiovascular risk factor, and how to manage your risk through testing and prevention.
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