### What is Lipoprotein a?

Lp(a) is the strongest inherited risk factor for heart disease. Your level is set mostly by genetics, not lifestyle. The 2026 AHA/ACC guidelines now recommend that everyone get their Lp(a) tested at least once in their lifetime.

### What do the 2026 AHA/ACC guidelines say about Lp(a)?

### Can you lower Lp(a)?

### How much does a lipoprotein(a) test cost?

### How often should I test Lp(a)?

### What is a normal Lp(a) level?

### Why is Lp(a) reported in nmol/L instead of mg/dL?

### What is Lp(a) and why should I test it?