Lipoprotein (a)
Description:
Measurement of Lp(a) is indicated for risk assessment in patients with a strong family history of atherosclerosis.
Clinical details:
Levels of Lp(a) are mostly genetically determined and are also higher in West African and Afro-Caribbean populations. Interference due to hypertriglycerideaemia (TG > 10 mmol/L).
Reference range:
Cardiovascular risk increases if Lp(a)> 0.5g/L
Units:
g/L
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
Clotted (yellow SST tube). Serum or EDTA (purple top) plasma.
Turnaround time:
3 days
Contacts:
Reference Chemistry Laboratory at Blackfriars Hub
0204 591 0058
Reference Chemistry, 1st Floor Blackfriars Hub
41-43 Friars Bridge Court
Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 8NZ
41-43 Friars Bridge Court
Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 8NZ
Last updated: 30/01/2026
