Is Lipoprotein a 140 high, normal or dangerous? What does LP (A) level 140 mean?

Your Lipoprotein a level of 140 is a High Lipoprotein a level.

High Lipoprotein a levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 1 mg/dl to 30 mg/dl suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

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

Ideal values of Lipoprotein a depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Lipoprotein a value
<5 years	1.014
5-10 years	1.028
10-15 years	1.042
15-20 years	1.057
20-25 years	1.072
25-30 years	1.087
30-35 years	1.102
35-40 years	1.117
40-45 years	1.133
45-50 years	1.149
50-55 years	1.165
55-60 years	1.181
60-70 years	1.198
70-80 years	1.215
80-90 years	1.232
90-100 years	1.249
>100 years	1.266

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

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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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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	1.014
5-10 years	1.029
10-15 years	1.044
15-20 years	1.059
20-25 years	1.074
25-30 years	1.089
30-35 years	1.105
35-40 years	1.121
40-45 years	1.137
45-50 years	1.153
50-55 years	1.17
55-60 years	1.187
60-70 years	1.204
70-80 years	1.221
80-90 years	1.239
90-100 years	1.257
>100 years	1.275

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 recommends a Lipoprotein a test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of Lipoprotein a. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Lipoprotein a test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.