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Cheapest Lipoprotein(a) test in its comparison group
Measures Lipoprotein(a), a genetic marker for cardiovascular risk not picked up by standard cholesterol tests. Suits people with a family history of heart disease who want a more detailed look at their risk factors.
Mid-priced Lp(a) test, between Medichecks and Bluecrest
A single Lp(a) blood test measuring a largely genetically determined cholesterol-like particle linked to heart disease risk, recommended by some guidelines as a once-in-a-lifetime check for adults.
Priced above both named Lipoprotein(a) peers
A single blood test measuring Lipoprotein(a), a cholesterol particle linked to increased risk of atherosclerosis, heart disease and stroke.
Compare lipoprotein(a) test tests feature by feature across all providers.
| Feature | Medichecks Lipoprotein (a) Blood Test | Selph Lipoprotein (a) Blood Test | Bluecrest Wellness Lipoprotein (a) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compare Health Test score | 81.3 /10 Cheapest Lipoprotein(a) test in its comparison group | 80.8 /10 Mid-priced Lp(a) test, between Medichecks and Bluecrest | 60.4 /10 Priced above both named Lipoprotein(a) peers |
| Price | £59.00 | £74.00 | £109.00 |
| Biomarkers Count | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| At Home | |||
| Doctor Reviewed | |||
| Turnaround Min Days | 3 days | 1 days | 3 days |
| Turnaround Max Days | 3 days | 2 days | 8 days |
| Sample Type | Blood | Blood | Blood |
| Collection Model | At-home finger-prick or in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic | At-home finger-prick or Tasso EasyDraw or venous draw (clinic, nurse visit or own kit) | Venous draw at local venue |
| Gender Focus | Both | Both | Both |
| Subscription Available | |||
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