Lipoprotein(a)
Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a cholesterol-carrying particle whose level is set almost entirely by your genes. A high Lp(a) raises heart attack and stroke risk independently of LDL, and about one in five people has it.
Your reading
This app uses under 75 nmol/L. Because Lp(a) barely changes with diet or exercise, most people only need to measure it once in their life. A high result doesn't mean something is wrong today; it means your other risk factors deserve extra attention.
What may help
- —Lowering everything else you can: LDL or ApoB, blood pressure, smoking
- —Telling close relatives, since Lp(a) runs in families
- —Keeping an eye on research: several Lp(a)-lowering drugs are in late-stage trials
When to talk to a doctor
If your Lp(a) is high, a doctor may aim for a lower LDL target to offset the extra risk, especially with a family history of early heart disease.
Common questions
What is Lipoprotein?
Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a cholesterol-carrying particle whose level is set almost entirely by your genes. A high Lp(a) raises heart attack and stroke risk independently of LDL, and about one in five people has it.
What is a normal Lipoprotein level?
Daygo uses Under 75 nmol/L as the reference range. This app uses under 75 nmol/L. Because Lp(a) barely changes with diet or exercise, most people only need to measure it once in their life. A high result doesn't mean something is wrong today; it means your other risk factors deserve extra attention.
How can I improve my Lipoprotein?
Lowering everything else you can: LDL or ApoB, blood pressure, smoking. Telling close relatives, since Lp(a) runs in families. Keeping an eye on research: several Lp(a)-lowering drugs are in late-stage trials.
When should I see a doctor about Lipoprotein?
If your Lp(a) is high, a doctor may aim for a lower LDL target to offset the extra risk, especially with a family history of early heart disease.
Source: MedlinePlus (NIH). Reference ranges are standard adult intervals — your own lab may report a different range for your age, sex, or method. This isn't medical advice; always go by the range on your actual results and talk to a clinician about anything that concerns you.