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Est. 3-5 (business days) Turnaround
Specimen type: Blood
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Apolipoprotein A-I (APO A-I) blood test is used to measure the APO A-I levels in the blood. APO A-I is a protein that helps in the transportation and metabolism of lipids. It is one of the main protein components and constitutes approximately 70% of the protein in high-density lipoprotein (HDL-the good cholesterol). The test along with other lipid tests may be ordered to detect the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVDs). The test may also be utilized to
● detect and diagnose the acquired conditions that may cause apo A-I deficiencies
● evaluate people...
Tests Included: 1
Est. 3-5 (business days) Turnaround
Specimen type: Blood
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Apolipoprotein A-I (APO A-I) blood test is used to measure the APO A-I levels in the blood. APO A-I is a protein that helps in the transportation and metabolism of lipids. It is one of the main protein components and constitutes approximately 70% of the protein in high-density lipoprotein (HDL-the good cholesterol). The test along with other lipid tests may be ordered to detect the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVDs). The test may also be utilized to
● detect and diagnose the acquired conditions that may cause apo A-I deficiencies
● evaluate people having a personal or family history of heart disease and/or high cholesterol and triglycerides or low HDL.
● monitor the effectiveness of lipid treatments (if given).
Please do not exercise prior to testing. It is best that your blood is taken in a rested state.
Note: Turn around times on results are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, etc. You can contact us to discuss when your results should be ready and we will contact the lab on your behalf immediately.
| Male | ≥115 mg/dL | |
| Female | ≥125 mg/dL | |
| Risk Category | Male | Female |
| Optimal | ≥115 mg/dL | ≥125 mg/dL |
| High | <115 mg/dL | <125 mg/dL |
Cardiovascular event risk category cut points (optimal, high) are based on the AMORIS study, Walldius G et al. J Intern Med. 2004;255:188-205.
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