Elevated concentrations of Lp(a) are associated with increased risk of coronary artery disease.
Lipoprotein (a) (Lpa) - This consists of LDL particles bound to apolipoprotein a by a disulphide bridge. Lipoprotein (a) is seen to be a risk factor for the development of ischaemic cardiovascular disease. Levels of Lipoprotein (a) are often genetically determined. This test is often advised if the patient has a moderate to high risk of cardiovascular disease.
Available at our clinic in London
Test Name: Lipoprotein (a) Blood Test
GP Referral: GP Referral is included
Target Turn Around Time in working days: This private blood test for Lipoprotein (a) in London has a guaranteed turnaround time of 1 working day or less and tests for Lipoprotein (a) only.
Test Inclusions: Lipoprotein (a) Blood Test
PLEASE NOTE:
Although we do offer a walk in service we advise that due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation that the named patient calls Patient Reception to check opening times before attending.
We Guarantee that you will receive your results in or before the stated number of working days of the longest test analysis within your pathology request. Our working days end at 5 pm. If you do not we will refund your money for the tests that are late.
