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Lipoprotein (a)
Genetic CV risk factor; largely unmodifiable
Also known as: Lp(a),Lp-a
Reference Ranges
Clinical Reference
0.0 – 30.0 mg/dL
Optimal Range
0.0 – 14.0 mg/dL
Genetically determined; >30 high risk
Related Conditions
Cardiovascular Disease
High
Food & Lifestyle Recommendations
💡 Other
Lp(a) is largely genetically determined; focus on reducing other CV risk factors
No proven lifestyle intervention significantly lowers Lp(a)
Evidence-Backed Supplements
When High
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Only known agent to significantly lower Lp(a)
Niacin (immediate-release) or inositol hexanicotinate 500–2000 mg/day (titrate up slowly) With meals
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- Since Lp(a) is genetically determined, what can actually be done about it? Niacin is the only known agent; PCSK9 inhibitors under study
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