Lp(a) test reveals a hidden heart-health risk beyond routine cholesterol checks
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Lipoprotein(a) is a genetically driven particle not included in standard lipid panels; checking its level can uncover additional cardiovascular risk beyond LDL, HDL, and triglycerides, highlighting why Lp(a) testing matters for a fuller view of heart health.
The sneaky kind of cholesterol that may be threatening your heart health The Washington Post
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