Researchers have found that high levels of lipoprotein (a) can put you at a higher risk of heart and blood vessel disease. Opinions differ on who to test and which method to use, but scientists agree that …

Nov 29, 2023 · High Lp (a) numbers of 50 mg/dL (125 nmols/L) or higher promote clotting and inflammation, significantly increasing risk of heart attack, stroke, aortic stenosis and peripheral artery …

Mar 1, 2025 · A fatty particle that circulates in the bloodstream, lipoprotein (a) is similar to LDL cholesterol but more dangerous. High levels of Lp (a), as it is commonly called, can double or even …

Feb 26, 2025 · What does high Lp (a) mean? High Lp (a) levels may indicate an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. People can receive normal lipid panel test results and still have elevated Lp...

Sep 10, 2025 · High levels of lipoprotein (a) (Lp (a), pronounced “L-P-little-A”) increase your likelihood of having a heart attack, a stroke, and aortic stenosis, especially if you have familial …

Dec 1, 2025 · Lipoprotein (a) [Lp (a)] has evolved from a biochemical curiosity to a central player in cardiovascular risk assessment, with elevated levels affecting approximately 1.5 billion people …

Feb 14, 2024 · Learn what the lipoprotein (a) test is used for and what its results show about your heart health.

Jan 17, 2024 · Like LDL cholesterol, Lp (a) deposits cholesterol in the arteries and can show up in plaque. It’s also found in cells that line small blood vessels and in tissues where regeneration and …

lower the Lp(a) levels to some extent and can be used together with statins. Therapies: » Lipoprotein apheresis is a procedure used to fil. er the blood and remove levels of Lp(a) in people with existing …

Apr 24, 2025 · This JAMA Insights discusses lipoprotein (a), including factors associated with elevated lipoprotein (a) levels, how to manage them, and atherosclerotic