More and more people are discovering that they have elevated Lp(a) levels often by coincidence, following a blood test or a family history of cardiovascular disease. Yet, there remains a lot of uncertainty about what Lp(a) actually means, how it should be tested, and what steps to take if the value is elevated. This platform was founded to provide reliable, independent, and accessible information about this genetic risk factor. Our goal is to help people make the right health decisions based on knowledge, NOT fear or commercial influence. We are not a test provider or pharmaceutical platform, but an independent source of education and insight.

A personal mission

The initiative behind this platform was born from personal experience and a clear purpose: to increase awareness of Lp(a). The founder lives with type 1 diabetes, a condition that demands extra attention to cardiovascular health. Through personal experience, he realized how little awareness there is about Lp(a) – even among people already being monitored for cardiovascular risks such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or elevated cholesterol. For people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, the risk of heart and vascular disease is already higher because long-term elevated blood sugar damages blood vessels. When high Lp(a) is also present, it further amplifies the risks of arterial calcification, inflammation, and heart attacks. That is why raising awareness and knowing your Lp(a) level is so crucial. It’s not a replacement for other tests, but an essential piece of the bigger picture of your heart health.

Diagnostics & interpretation

A proper diagnosis begins with a reliable test. Lp(a) can be measured through a single blood test, performed by your general practitioner, specialist, or a certified laboratory. Our experts help individuals and healthcare professionals understand and interpret the results within the broader context of cardiovascular risk.

We explain:

• What your value means in nmol/L or mg/dL.
• How Lp(a) compares to other cholesterol levels.
• Why the combination of elevated Lp(a) and diabetes deserves extra attention.

By viewing your Lp(a) result in the context of your overall health profile, a much clearer picture of your personal cardiovascular risk emerges.

Personal risk profile and follow-up

An elevated Lp(a) level does not automatically mean that you will develop cardiovascular disease. It simply indicates that you are more susceptible, especially when combined with other factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, or diabetes.

Our approach focuses on:

• Creating a personal risk profile, including cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and lifestyle factors.
• Providing clear explanations about the potential impact of elevated Lp(a).
• Offering guidance on preventive next steps in consultation with your doctor.

The goal is not to treat, but to understand, so you can take informed, proactive steps to protect your heart health.

Our medical team and key partners

We collaborate with a network of independent physicians, researchers, and laboratories across Europe. We closely follow scientific developments and translate new insights into clear, accessible information for the wider public.

Our Areas of Expertise

• Cardiovascular prevention and diagnostics
• Clinical chemistry and risk stratification
• Lifestyle and behavioral change in people with elevated cardiovascular risk

We work closely with medical experts affiliated with leading academic centers such as Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC), Erasmus MC, UMC Utrecht, and the European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS).

Book an appointment or request a test

We do not offer medical tests ourselves, but we are happy to help you take the right steps. On our website, you will find information about:

• Where to get tested for Lp(a) – through your general practitioner, hospital, or laboratory.
• How to interpret the test results and understand what they mean for your health.
• Which actions you can take to reduce your cardiovascular risk.

We believe that knowledge is the first step toward prevention. By informing and empowering people, our goal is to contribute to a future where Lp(a) is recognized early and managed effectively, especially for those living with diabetes, who are more vulnerable to vascular disease.

Sources
Scientific sources and medical references. The information on this page about lipoprotein(a), hereditary cardiovascular risk, and independent health information is based on the following reliable sources:

• Dutch Heart Foundation (Hartstichting)
  What is lipoprotein(a)?
  Accessible explanation of Lp(a), its hereditary nature, and its association with cardiovascular disease, based on current medical insights.
  https://www.hartstichting.nl/hart-en-vaatziekten/oorzaken/lipoproteine-a

• UMC Utrecht
  Lipoprotein(a) as a hereditary risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
  Information from an academic medical center on Lp(a) as a genetic risk factor within the broader cardiovascular risk profile.
  https://www.umcutrecht.nl/nl/ziekte-en-behandeling/lipoproteine-a

• European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS)
  Lipoprotein(a) in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and aortic stenosis: a consensus statement.
  European scientific consensus on the role of Lp(a), its hereditary nature, and its clinical relevance.
  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36036785/