Is Lipoprotein a 120 high, normal or dangerous? What does LP (A) level 120 mean?

Your Lipoprotein a level of 120 is a High Lipoprotein a level.

High Lipoprotein a levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 1 mg/dl and 30 mg/dl. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

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The normal Lipoprotein a range for men is :1 - 30 mg/dl

**Ideal values of Lipoprotein a depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal Lipoprotein a value
<5 years	1.012
5-10 years	1.024
10-15 years	1.036
15-20 years	1.048
20-25 years	1.061
25-30 years	1.074
30-35 years	1.087
35-40 years	1.1
40-45 years	1.113
45-50 years	1.126
50-55 years	1.14
55-60 years	1.154
60-70 years	1.168
70-80 years	1.182
80-90 years	1.196
90-100 years	1.21
>100 years	1.225

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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1,51,150

Total number of patients treated

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The level of Lp(a) is determined by your genes. Some other examples of conditions that increase Lipoprotein a levels include:

Low estrogen levels
Nephrotic syndrome.
Chronic kidney disease
Diabetes
Severe underactive thyroid

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Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their high Lipoprotein a levels

Normal range of Lipoprotein a found among women :1-30 mg/dl

**Ideal values of Lipoprotein a depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal Lipoprotein a value
<5 years	1.012
5-10 years	1.025
10-15 years	1.038
15-20 years	1.051
20-25 years	1.064
25-30 years	1.077
30-35 years	1.09
35-40 years	1.103
40-45 years	1.117
45-50 years	1.131
50-55 years	1.145
55-60 years	1.159
60-70 years	1.173
70-80 years	1.187
80-90 years	1.202
90-100 years	1.217
>100 years	1.232

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If you take a Lipoprotein a blood test and the results are not in the normal range (1-30 mg/dl), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Lipoprotein a Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Lipoprotein a test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Lipoprotein a levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Lipoprotein a test results are usually available within a few hours.

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