Heart & Lipids
Lipoprotein (a) test cost
By Elo. Last updated June 2026.
Lp(a) is a largely genetic, lifelong cardiovascular risk factor. A single measurement tells you whether you carry elevated levels that standard cholesterol panels miss.
Below we compare what Lp(a) costs on its own against every testing package we track that includes it, sorted by price. We pulled the standalone figure from a direct-to-consumer lab that runs on the Quest or LabCorp network and checked each bundle against the providers we track, so you can see the cheapest way to get this marker.
How much does a Lp(a) test cost?
Lp(a) costs $51 on its own, or $190–$399 when purchased as a bundle.
- GoodlabsIncludes Lp(a) in a 14-biomarker panelCost: Free with blood donation
- QuestLowest priceTests Lp(a) on its ownCost: $51
- Empirical HealthIncludes Lp(a) in a 100-biomarker panelCost: $190
- Mito HealthIncludes Lp(a) in a 53-biomarker panelCost: $349
- WHOOP Advanced LabsIncludes Lp(a) in a 65-biomarker panelCost: $349
- Function HealthIncludes Lp(a) in a 128-biomarker panelCost: $365
- Vitals VaultIncludes Lp(a) in a 58-biomarker panelCost: $399
- EverlywellIncludes Lp(a) in an 86-biomarker panelCost: $399
Cheapest option: Order Lp(a) on its own. Quest sells a standalone test for $51, which is cheaper than any bundle that includes it.
Standalone price is the all-in consumer cost to order Lp(a) by itself, including a $6 physician service fee. Verified June 2026.
Do medical guidelines recommend a Lp(a) test?
Lp(a) has moved from a niche test into mainstream, guideline-backed screening.
- Cardiology guidelines. In March 2026, the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association released a new dyslipidemia guideline recommending that every adult have their Lp(a) measured at least once in adulthood. Because Lp(a) is largely inherited and stays stable over your lifetime, a single measurement is usually enough.
- Lp(a) researchers. Leading researchers describe Lp(a) as one of the most important inherited, causal risk factors for heart disease. Dr. Sam Tsimikas of UC San Diego has told tctMD, “You can explain about one-third of coronary artery disease with elevated Lp(a) and you can explain about 37% of aortic valve disease.”
Frequently asked questions about Lp(a) testing
What is the cheapest way to get a Lp(a) test?
Order Lp(a) on its own. Quest sells a standalone test for $51, which is cheaper than any bundle that includes it.
Do I need a doctor's order to get a Lp(a) test?
No. The standalone Lp(a) test listed above includes the physician order in its price, so you can buy it online and have your blood drawn without your own doctor. You would only need your own doctor's order if you want to bill the test to insurance.
Is a Lp(a) test covered by insurance?
Coverage is inconsistent. Some plans now cover a one-time Lp(a) test in light of the 2026 guideline, but many still do not reimburse it for screening, so a cash test (around $51) is often the most reliable route.
How often do I need an Lp(a) test?
Usually just once. Lp(a) is set largely by your genes and stays stable through life, so a single measurement tells you whether you carry an elevated, inherited risk. Retesting mainly matters if you start a therapy aimed at lowering Lp(a).
What counts as a high Lp(a) level?
Risk generally rises above about 50 mg/dL (or 125 nmol/L), and roughly 1 in 5 people worldwide carry elevated levels. A standard cholesterol panel does not detect Lp(a), which is why it needs its own test.