Lipoprotein Particle Profile Plus

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.

Test Components:

The Lipoprotein Particle Profile Plus (LPPTM) tests for:

* Lipoprotein Fractionation
* Lipoprotein Particle Numbers
* Lp(a)
* Triglycerides
* Homocysteine
* C-Reactive Protein (High Sensitivity)
* Insulin

Description:

The LPP Plus is different from the LPP in that it also tests for homocysteine, C-Reactive Protein (High Sensitivity), PLA2 (a specific marker for stroke risk) and insulin values.

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

The Lipoprotein Particle ProfileTM 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.

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 ProfileTM or LPP Plus. 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.


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.