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Lipoprotein (a) could sound like a lipstick to increase the volume and sensuality of the lips, but that’s wrong.
Lipoprotein (A) or LP (a) is a particle that is contained in your blood. This particle transports cholesterol and can affect your risk of heart disease. It is therefore worth knowing more and checking your mirrors through blood tests.
While the habits of their lifestyle can influence their risk of a high LP (a) investment, they are mainly determined by the genes they have inherited. Since many people with high LP (a) have no symptoms, it is of crucial importance to understand the full panorama of their heart’s health.
You can find more information about Lipoprotein (A), including risk factors, tests, results and dealing with high values.
What is hidden cholesterol level?
Lipoprotein (A) is also known as “hidden cholesterol level”, since standard cholesterol interests are not detected and often there are no symptoms. LP (a) is a plasma lipoprotein, ie a particle that transports fats like cholesterol in her blood
Although researchers do not fully understand the function of LP (a), high values are associated with heart problems. This is due to what high LP (a) can be accumulated on the walls of your blood vessels, which leads to plaque (fat deposits), the blood vessels become narrower, which makes blood flow difficult and causes obstructions that can carry out heart attacks or cardiovascular accidents.
Why should I know my lipoprote mirror (A)?
If you know your LP values, you can take proactive measures to protect yourself from heart problems if necessary. A high level of LP (A) can increase the risk:
- Heart attacks (myocardial infarction)
- Heart cycle accidents
- Aortic valve stenosis
- Blood clot
The likelihood that these events will occur is greater if you have a family history with a high LBD cholesterol, family hypercholesterolaemia (HF) or signals of coronary heart disease. Even if your other cholesterol levels are normal (including LBDS) or well controlled, a high level of LP (A) increases the risk of heart problems. If you know that your values offer a more comprehensive panorama for your general risk of cardiovascular diseases.
What depends on your LP (a) layer?
Your LP (a) level depends almost completely on your genetics. There is a certain gene called LPA, which is inherited by their parents, which explains why high values often occur for entire families.
This means that in contrast to other types of cholesterol, the LP (A) level does not change significantly due to changes in lifestyle such as diets and movement. However, healthy lifestyle could still have an important influence on their general heart health and her borehole.
LP (A) level can vary for different ethnic groups. For example, studies indicate that people in African and southern ancestors generally have a higher LP (A) level compared to white, Asian and Hispanic people. A study 2024 published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology [Revista de lipidología clínica] He also identified that Hispanic and not Hispanic Blacks had a higher LP size (A) in their patient groups.
How are lipoprote reflection identified (A)?
LP (A) are analyzed with a simple blood extraction, the lipoproteins (A) rated in the serum. This test is not always part of a routine cholesterol test profile. So if you think you should undergo, you should specifically request it.
High LP values (A) often do not cause symptoms, but their medical provider could test if they have poor leg circulation. Background of heart attacks or cardiovascular accidents at a young age (65 years ago for women), especially without other common risks; or family history of premature heart problems, confirmed a high level of LP (A); High cholesterol or family hypercholesterolaemia (HF).
HF is a genetic disorder that causes a high degree of LBD from birth. Since it is estimated that 9 out of 10 people with HF do not know that you have it, it is important to talk about your family history with your medical provider and to test properly.
Even if people have a higher risk of heart diseases, tests are not requested with due frequency, especially in marginalized communities, including Spanish and non -Hispanic black patients with lower income and live in less preferred districts. The differences in evidence imply that people who are risky are not identified or have no access to the care they deserve.
What does the results of the lipoprotein tests (A) mean?
LP (A) level is usually measured in milligrams per deciliter (mg/l) or nanomol per liter. A level that exceeds 50 mg/dl or 125 NMOL/L is generally associated with a higher risk of heart problems. Healthy values are generally less than 30 mg/dl or 75 NMOL/L, but the guidelines can vary depending on the specific method or the laboratory used.
The risk increases with the results of LP (A), so the risk is all the greater. It is important to talk to a medical provider about your results.
What should I do if I have high LP (a) level?
According to the centers for the prevention and control of diseases (CDC), no therapies are approved by the FDA [Administración de medicamentos y alimentos] Especially for the control of LP (A) and treatments, some medication could be useful, such as nicotinic acid, aspirin and some medications that reduce cholesterol.
Further options are a specific process that removes LP (a) from blood, but this is reserved for patients with a very high risk. According to the American Heart Association, new treatments are being examined that show promising results, some of which could soon be available. Talk to your medical provider about your therapeutic options.
In general, it is useful to adopt habits that are useful to reduce their general risk of heart diseases:
- Reduce the LBD cholesterol level
- Keep the blood pressure under control
- Control diabetes
- smoking prohibited
- Keep a healthy weight and a healthy lifestyle through diets and movement
This educational resource was created with the support of Novartis.
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