High Lp(a) may be part of your family story. Knowing about it early could make a difference.
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Uncovering high Lp(a) is an important step to better understand your overall heart health
High Lp(a), known as Lipoprotein (a) or "L-P-little a," is an emerging indicator of heart risk that may help explain an early heart attack or stroke. “Early” means having a heart attack or stroke younger than anyone might expect. For men, this means before age 55, and for women, before age 65.
See why asking your doctor for an Lp(a) test matters, especially if early heart attacks run in your family
Know if high Lp(a) is a risk for you and your family
Get ready to talk to your doctor about Lp(a)
“We tend to blame people when they have a heart attack or stroke. And instead of that, we really should look at inherited conditions and the impact it might have on their health.”
—Jo,* diagnosed with high Lp(a)
*Jo was compensated for her participation by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Name changed to protect privacy.