Lipoprotein (a)
Also known as: Lp(a), lipoprotein little a
An inherited cholesterol particle that standard lipid panels miss.
What’s measured 1 parameters
- Lipoprotein (a)
Why this test is done
Worth testing once in anyone with early heart disease in the family — it is genetically set and does not change with diet.
How to prepare
No fasting is needed. You can give this sample at any time of day. A single blood draw is all that is required. Our phlebotomist collects at your address in a 60-minute slot, seven days a week from 6 AM. The report is signed by our pathologist and reaches you on WhatsApp and in your account within 24 hours.
How it works
- Pick a 60-minute slot that suits you.
- A certified phlebotomist arrives, confirms your OTP, and collects into barcoded tubes.
- Your sample is processed under NABL-grade protocols and reviewed by our pathologist.
- The doctor-signed report reaches your WhatsApp and your account in 24 hours.
Common questions
Do I need to fast before Lipoprotein (a)?
No. Lipoprotein (a) does not require fasting, so you can book any slot that suits you.
How soon will I get the report?
Within 24 hours of collection. It arrives on WhatsApp as a doctor-signed PDF, and a copy stays in your account to download whenever you need it.
Can the sample be collected at home?
Yes, anywhere in our South Delhi service area. Home collection is free on orders above ₹500, and the fee below that is shown before you confirm.
What does Lipoprotein (a) cost?
₹900. That is the full price — there are no separate reporting or handling charges, and you can pay online or on collection.