Low Lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)): what it means
A Lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) result below the normal range is considered low. Here is what a reduced Lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) can point to, and when it is worth discussing with a doctor.
Reference range: <75 nmol/L low risk; ≥125 nmol/L high CV risk (ESC 2019)
Understand your full resultWhat a low Lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) can mean
- Generally favourable. Low Lp(a) is not pathological and needs no intervention.
When to discuss with a doctor
If your Lp(a) is in the high-risk band, the standard playbook is to lower LDL aggressively (statin + ezetimibe; consider PCSK9 inhibitor when warranted), tightly control blood pressure, stop smoking and discuss family screening with your physician. Mediora.AI surfaces Lp(a) alongside your LDL trajectory; treatment changes belong with a clinician.
Conditions this can relate to
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