High Lipoprotein(a): Additional Lab Tests That Reveal Your Real Heart Risk

If you have high lipoprotein(a), your cardiovascular risk is not defined by that number alone. The right blood tests can reveal hidden risk factors, uncover early metabolic issues, and help you take meaningful steps toward better heart health and longevity. In this video, we walk through the most important blood tests for heart health especially if lipoprotein(a) is elevated, including ApoB, LDL cholesterol, inflammation markers, blood sugar, and more. You will learn how these labs work together to give a clearer picture of your cardiovascular risk and what to monitor over time. If you are trying to prevent heart disease, optimize your cardiovascular health, or better understand your lab results, this guide will help you focus on what actually matters. Download the companion guide, ask questions, and follow the rest of the course here: https://www.skool.com/against-the-odd... Find the full course here (development in progress):    • High Lipoprotein(a): How to Manage and Red...   Timestamps 0:00: Why Lipoprotein(a) Is Only Part of the Risk 2:17: LDL Cholesterol (LDL-C) 5:25: Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) 7:48: HDL Cholesterol (HDL-C) 10:10: Non-HDL Cholesterol 11:53: Triglycerides 14:26: A1C and Fasting Glucose 16:49: Kidney Function Tests (eGFR and UACR) 19:13: hs-CRP (Inflammation Marker) 21:33: Fasting Insulin 24:01: Lp-PLA2 (Vascular Inflammation) 26:35: How to Ask for These Labs 29:05: How These Labs Help You Take Action What You Will Learn The best blood tests for heart health and cardiovascular risk How to interpret advanced cholesterol markers like ApoB and non-HDL cholesterol Why normal cholesterol does not always mean low risk Key inflammation and metabolic markers that impact heart health How to identify hidden cardiovascular risk factors early Which labs your doctor may not routinely order (but are still important) How to use your blood work to reduce cardiovascular risk over time This video is part of a free series on lipoprotein(a) and heart disease prevention. Be sure to subscribe and follow along for upcoming lessons on additional risk markers, lifestyle strategies, and long-term prevention. Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your medical care, testing, or treatment plan. Lab results should be interpreted in the context of your individual health history, medications, and risk factors.