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Lipoprotein A

Alias: Lp a

Discipline: Clinical Chemistry

Test information: As part of a targeted screen for cardiovascular disease (coronary artery disease (CAD) and cerebrovascular disease) risk assessment.

Specimen Type(s)
  • Blood;
Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)
N/A
Specimen Container - Adult
  • Gold Top SST BD;
Specimen Container - Paediatric
  • Clear - Plain;
Analytes
  • N/A;
Part of a test profile?
No
Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory
4ml
Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport
Aliquot frozen after centifugation
Maximum add on time
Not allowed
Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation
mg/L >300mg/L is associated with increased cardiovascular risk.
UKAS number
8869
UKAS accredited test?
Yes
Comments
N/A

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Last updated: 30-04-2024