Apolipoprotein A1 is a blood test that measures apolipoprotein a1 levels in the blood. It is commonly used to provides more detailed information about your HDL particles' quality and function beyond just HDL cholesterol levels..
What is Apolipoprotein A1?
The main protein component of HDL particles.
Why is it measured?
Provides more detailed information about your HDL particles' quality and function beyond just HDL cholesterol levels.
Key Facts
- •Category: Cardiometabolic Health
- •Unit of Measurement: g/L
- •Test Code: APOLIPO_A1
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