High-Risk Heart Health Lipid and Lp(a) Test Panel

Your cholesterol numbers tell an important part of your cardiovascular story, but they don't always tell the whole story. The ICare High-Risk Heart Health Lipid & Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] Test Panel provides a more advanced evaluation of your cardiovascular risk by combining a traditional lipid panel with Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), an inherited risk factor that is not included in routine cholesterol testing.

Even individuals with healthy cholesterol levels can have elevated Lp(a), placing them at a higher risk for heart attack, stroke, aortic valve disease, and other cardiovascular conditions. This advanced panel helps uncover hidden risk factors, allowing you and your healthcare provider to make more informed decisions about your heart health.

Whether you have a personal or family history of heart disease, elevated cholesterol, or simply want a more complete picture of your cardiovascular wellness, this panel delivers valuable insights that support proactive, preventive care.

With ICare's concierge mobile laboratory services, advanced heart health testing comes directly to your home, office, or preferred location.

What Does This Test Measure?

The High-Risk Heart Health Lipid & Lp(a) Test Panel evaluates both traditional cholesterol markers and advanced cardiovascular risk factors.

Total Cholesterol

Measures the total amount of cholesterol circulating in your bloodstream.

Cholesterol is essential for healthy cell function, but elevated levels may contribute to plaque buildup within the arteries.

HDL Cholesterol (High-Density Lipoprotein)

Often called "good cholesterol," HDL helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream and transports it to the liver for removal.

Higher HDL levels are generally associated with better cardiovascular health.

LDL Cholesterol (Low-Density Lipoprotein)

Known as "bad cholesterol," LDL contributes to plaque buildup within the arteries, increasing the risk of:

Heart attack
Stroke
Peripheral artery disease

Managing LDL cholesterol remains one of the most important ways to reduce cardiovascular risk.

Triglycerides

Triglycerides are a type of fat stored by the body for energy.

Elevated triglyceride levels may increase the risk of heart disease, particularly when combined with high LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome.

Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]

Lp(a) is a specialized type of LDL particle that is largely determined by genetics and is not significantly affected by diet or exercise.

Elevated Lp(a) has been associated with an increased risk of:

Premature coronary artery disease
Heart attack
Stroke
Aortic valve stenosis
Cardiovascular events, even when traditional cholesterol levels appear normal

Because Lp(a) is inherited, many professional medical organizations recommend that every adult have it measured at least once during their lifetime, particularly those with a family history of early cardiovascular disease.

Who Should Consider This Test?

The High-Risk Heart Health Lipid & Lp(a) Test Panel may be beneficial for individuals who:

Have a family history of early heart disease or stroke
Have elevated cholesterol
Have experienced a cardiovascular event at a young age
Have a close relative with elevated Lp(a)
Have diabetes or metabolic syndrome
Have high blood pressure
Are overweight or obese
Smoke or have smoked in the past
Want a more comprehensive assessment of their cardiovascular risk
Are committed to preventive heart health

This panel is particularly valuable for individuals whose traditional cholesterol results do not fully explain their cardiovascular risk.

Why Is It Important?

Helps estimate your risk for heart disease and stroke and guides treatment decisions.

What's Included

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