Lipoprotein (a), or Lp(a), pronounced “LP little a”

Lp(a) has been referred to as the evil twin of the more familiar LDL (bad) cholesterol.

It consists of an LDL-like particle with an extra protein coil that makes the particle more sticky to burrow into and damage the arterial wall.

Lp(a) is a triple threat because it is:

• Pro-atherogenic causing a higher risk of producing plaque in arteries
• Pro-thrombotic meaning it promotes the formation of blood clots causing heart attacks and strokes
• Pro-inflammatory – inflammation can irritate your blood vessels, promote the growth of plaque, loosen plaque in your arteries, and trigger blood clots¹

Lp(a) is determined by your genes.  Exercise and dietary lifestyle changes have no effect on your level of Lp(a) but do contribute to your over health.

If you have experienced a heart attack or stroke before turning 60 years old, or have a family member who did, you could be at risk for elevated Lp(a).

As an ENCORE community perk, we can perform a complimentary blood draw to check your level of Lp(a).

To see a list of cutting-edge treatments for elevated Lp(a) currently enrolling in clinical trials, click the link below:

https://thefhfoundation.org/on-the-horizon-treatments-for-lipoproteina

If you are interested in participating in a clinical trial for elevated Lp(a), give our recruiting office a call today! (904) 730-0166

¹ https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/fight-inflammation-to-help-prevent-heart-disease