What is the normal range for lipoprotein?
Normal Results Normal values are below 30 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter), or 1.7 mmol/L. Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
What does it mean when your lipoprotein is high?
High levels of Lp(a) can create plaque in your blood vessels. This is a buildup of cholesterol that lessens blood flow through your arteries. A high level of Lp(a) can be a sign of cholesterol-related disease, such as coronary artery disease. Research has found it to be an independent risk factor for heart disease.
What is a good lipoprotein number?
To some extent, people who have naturally higher levels of HDL cholesterol are at lower risk of heart attack and stroke….What are optimal levels of HDL cholesterol?
| At risk | Desirable | |
|---|---|---|
| Men | Less than 40 mg/dL (1.0 mmol/L) | 60 mg/dL (1.6 mmol/L) or above |
| Women | Less than 50 mg/dL (1.3 mmol/L) | 60 mg/dL (1.6 mmol/L) or above |
How can I lower my lipoprotein levels?
Unsaturated fats, soluble fiber, and plant sterols and stanols can increase good HDL and decrease bad LDL. Exercise and weight loss can also help. Eating trans fats and smoking are harmful and should be avoided. The CDC recommends that you have your cholesterol levels checked every 5 years starting at age 20.
How high is too high for lipoprotein A?
Everybody should have their Lp(a) concentration measured once in their lifetime. CVD risk is elevated when Lp(a) concentrations are high i.e. > 50 mg/dL (≥100 mmol/L). Extremely high Lp(a) levels >180 mg/dL (≥430 mmol/L) are associated with CVD risk similar to that conferred by familial hypercholesterolemia.
What should I do if I have high lipoprotein A?
The best treatment for LP(a) is to reduce the cholesterol burden of the particle with a statin which will shrink the particle size. A new injectable treatment known as an anti-sense therapy which stops LP(a) being made is currently due to start phase 3 clinical research trials.
Is lipoprotein a hereditary?
Early family studies established the genetic nature of the trait and twin studies found that the heritability of Lp(a) is very high, exceeding 90 % in populations of European and African descent [22, 23].
What causes LP A to increase?
However, some conditions can increase Lp(a), including hormonal imbalances, inflammatory diseases, metabolic issues, and kidney disease [12, 11, 13]. Although largely genetic, some newer studies suggest that certain lifestyle and dietary interventions may help slightly reduce lipoprotein(a) levels [12, 11, 13].
Is lipoprotein A serious?
Lipoprotein (a) is a type of LDL (bad) cholesterol. A high level of lipoprotein (a) may mean you are at risk for heart disease.