Test Category: Biochemistry
Investigation Name:Lipoprotein (a)
Alias or Abbreviation:Lp(a)
Accreditation:UKAS Accredited ISO15189:2022, on scope
Intro:
Lipoprotein(a) is a type of low-density lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood. It is considered an independent risk factor for CVD.Pathology Laboratory:Clinical Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Part of Profile:No
Units:nmol/L
Minimum Sample Volume:1 mL
Test Code:LPA
Sample Type:
Serum gel tube (gold top)Maximum Add on Time:3 days
Complex Reference Range:Values above 75 nmol/L suggest increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
EQA Scheme:NEQAS Lipids
Methodology:Randox Lp(a) assay used - Denka reagents, calibrated in nmol/L and traceable to WHO/IFCC reference material (IFCC SRM 2B).
Site Sample Tested:Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley site.
