Cholesterol Experts Say Everyone Needs a Little-Known Blood Test

April 25, 2024 – Getting a standard cholesterol screening may soon involve one more blood test that has been around for decades but is rarely used. Evidence continues to mount showing that the additional analysis can flag otherwise unknown risks of dangerous heart problems resulting from plaque buildup in arteries. The test looks for a particle called lipoprotein(a), and it’s widely available for less than $100. Often referred to as Lp(a), an estimated 1 in 5 people have dangerously high …