Laboratory Medicine Program

Lipoprotein a
(Lpa)

Clinical Decription:
Lipoprotein a is a cholesterol-rich lipoprotein particle found in human serum. There is a substantial evidence linking lipoprotein a excess to high risk for premature coronary heart disease (CHD), increased risk of myocardial infraction (MI) and stroke, and restenosis after angioplasty (PTCA) and coronary bypass procedures. Assessment should be based on Patient history, clinical findings and other laboratory tests.

Method: Immunoturbidimetric; Diazyme DZ-Lite c270

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
<= 100 nmol/L

Specimen Type: serum or plasma
Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: serum or plasma sent frozen at -10C or colder

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): 10 Days.

Turnaround Time: 10 Business days

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