Lp(a) Clinical Guidance
Lp(a) is a cholesterol-carrying macromolecule circulating in the blood that can damage your arteries, causing a heart attack or stroke. The Lp(a) level in your blood is largely inherited. Indeed, high Lp(a) levels may be the most commonly inherited cause of heart attacks and strokes. This website will help you determine how much your Lp(a) level increases your risk of having a heart attack or stroke, and provide you with specific guidance about what you can do to lower your risk if your Lp(a) level is