Test Components:

The Lipoprotein Particle Profile (LPP™) tests for:

1. Lipoprotein Fractionation
2. Lipoprotein Particle Numbers
3. Lp(a)
4. Triglycerides

Description:

A standard cholesterol test may not be enough because it can’t detect ALL the risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease.

The Lipoprotein Particle Profile™ and LPP Plus goes above and beyond the standard cholesterol tests by directly measuring (vs. calculating) lipoprotein particles – both in numbers and in density.

Measuring the lipoprotein subgroups is the only way to evaluate new risk factors, which is crucial for an accurate assessment of your cardiovascular risk.

Measuring the lipoprotein subgroups is the only way to evaluate new risk factors, which is crucial for an accurate assessment of your cardiovascular risk.

The test is simple and non-invasive. An ANY LAB TEST NOW® associate will gently take a small amount of blood and give you test results in a few days. It’s that simple.

Why Do I Need It?:

Did you know that approximately 50% of people suffering from heart attacks have “normal” cholesterol numbers*. (*NIH-National Heart Blood and Lung Institute.)

If you have “normal” cholesterol numbers, you may want to consider the more comprehensive Lipoprotein Particle Profile™. This test can determine your cardiovascular risk despite those apparent “normal” levels. Knowing your lipoprotein numbers is important because cardiovascular risk increases with a higher LDL particle count.

Other Relevant Tests:

If you’re considering the Lipoprotein Particle Profile™, you may also want to consider the more comprehensive Lipoprotein Particle Profile Plus, which also tests homocysteine, CRP (High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein), PLA2 (a specific marker for stroke risk) and insulin values.

Test Details:

Normal Range:

Research has shown that there are different sized of LDL and HDL particles and some are much more dangerous than others. Having a detailed profile gives your doctor the information needed to make more effective treatment decisions to reduce your risk for heart disease and even a heart attack.

High Results Indicate:

Research has shown that there are different sized of LDL and HDL particles and some are much more dangerous than others. Having a detailed profile gives your doctor the information needed to make more effective treatment decisions to reduce your risk for heart disease and even a heart attack.

Low Results Indicate:

Research has shown that there are different sized of LDL and HDL particles and some are much more dangerous than others. Having a detailed profile gives your doctor the information needed to make more effective treatment decisions to reduce your risk for heart disease and even a heart attack.

What Type of Physician Should You See?

Your primary care physician or cardiologist should review these results with you.

Next Steps:

1. Buy test – either in-store or online. (*If online, don't forget to print out receipt!)
2. Fill out necessary paperwork and how you want to receive the test results.
3. Get results.
4. Review results.
5. If your results are 'abnormal' or 'out-of-range' from the normal, please contact your physician. (*The interpretation of any laboratory test should be made only by a licensed physician.)

Extras:

Don't forget to ask about the ANY LAB TEST NOW® Results Gift Card and other available specials.