Want to understand your risk for a heart attack?

Knowing the full picture of your cholesterol levels may give you a better understanding of your heart health

Lp(a) is a protein in the blood that can be genetically elevated and build up in the artery regardless of exercise and diet.

Prolonged High Lp(a) levels increase risk of heart attack 3x.

There are currently no treatments for high Lp(a).

People with low LDL may still have a high Lp(a).

You can impact the future of heart health through research participation.

Care Access is working on a number of clinical studies researching Lp(a).

By participating, you may:

Receive an Lp(a) test at no cost.
Learn whether your Lp(a) levels are putting you at risk for a heart attack.
Contribute to scientific research about the link between Lp(a) and heart disease.
Help improve heart health for future generations.
Receive financial compensation for time and travel.

Learn more about your Lp(a) by participating in a research study.

Please complete the form below.

Based on your responses, you will be able to schedule an in-person appointment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why participate in a clinical research study?

A clinical research study evaluates new ways to prevent, detect, or treat disease. Every treatment used today went through a rigorous clinical research process to prove that it's safe and effective. By participating in a clinical study, you help with the advancement and availability of new treatments.

Benefits of participation:

Compensation for time and travel
Study-related medical care at no cost
Investigational medication at no cost

Are participants able to withdraw from the study?

The answer is yes. All research studies are voluntary and participants may withdraw at any time for any reason.

Lp(a)—A Heart Disease Risk You Should Know About

Lp(a), is a type of cholesterol that most people don’t know they have. If you have a personal or family history of heart disease, it’s important for you to learn about your Lp(a) levels.

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Why You Should Know Your Lp(a) Levels

High Lp(a) levels increase your risk of heart attack by 3X.

1 in 5 people have High Lp(a)–but most don’t know it.

Diet, exercise, and medications do not improve high Lp(a).

Test your Lp(a) at no cost to you

Hear What Medical Professionals Say About Lp(a)

Test your Lp(a) at no cost to you

“It’s painless. It’s going to help people and it’s going to help you so I would suggest you seriously consider it.”

Amy Salzman & Randy Milch

Clinical Trial Participant

“We need people to participate in studies to be able to get these things out there and get them approved.”

Janet

Clinical Trial Participant

“People have to step up and be part of the solution. It’s nothing to be afraid of.”

Kathleen

Clinical Trial Participant

“I think that people should try to help other islanders by getting this study going, and I think you should do it.”

Mike

Clinical Trial Participant

“I wholeheartedly hope other people will step up and do it, so they have enough people to fully carry this through.”

Penny

Clinical Trial Participant

You can help advance the future of heart health

Clinical trials test new ways to prevent, detect, or treat disease.

Every treatment used today went through a rigorous clinical trial process to prove that it’s safe and effective. By participating in a clinical trial, you help with the advancement and availability of new treatments.

Patients who participate in clinical trials often cite these reasons for participating:

They want to contribute to scientific research
The trial gives them access to novel potential treatments
They hope the trial result will benefit others

Get involved in Lp(a) research

Learn more about your Lp(a) by participating in a research study.

Please complete the form below.

Based on your responses, you will be able to schedule an in-person appointment.

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Don’t see your location listed?
Submit your interest and we will be in touch when a location opens near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it cost anything to sign up for an Lp(a) test?

If you sign up at KnowMyLpa.com and qualify, we will test your Lp(a) levels at no cost to you.

What is a clinical trial?

A clinical trial tests new ways to prevent, detect, or treat disease. Every treatment used today went through a rigorous clinical trial process to prove that it is safe and effective.

If I sign up for a test, do I have to participate in a clinical trial?

No. Participation in clinical trials is strictly voluntary. In fact, even if you agree to participate in a clinical trial, you may stop at any time.

Join us in the fight against heart disease

Learn whether Lp(a) is a risk factor for you
If it is, you may be able to join a clinical trial with access to potential treatments
You’ll help advance potential treatments for heart disease that can benefit you, your family, and others at risk of heart disease

Get involved in Lp(a) research