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Lp (a): The Cholesterol Test You Didn't Know You Needed

Lp (a): The Cholesterol Test You Didn't Know You Neededby: Dr. Meghan Tierney Published on: 24/03/2026

The 2026 cholesterol guidelines now recommend a blood test called Lp(a) for every adult. Most women have never had it. Here's why it matters in midlife.

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Lp (a): The Cholesterol Test You Didn't Know You Needed