What the heck is LP (a)?

Lp(a) testing is advised for individuals at high risk for cardiovascular disease, including those with a prior stent or bypass operation, coronary syndrome or heart attack as well as anyone with a family history of coronary heart disease, high FAI (coronary inflammation) or high risk patterns on Cardiac CT angiograms.  In our practice, Lp (a) is offered as part of our comprehensive  Metabolic Health assessment (MHA1).