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Concerned About Your Heart Attack Risk?

Lp(a), a lesser-known cholesterol, could be increasing your risk of heart attack 3x. Take action today. A free Lp(a) test can provide you valuable insight into your heart attack risk.

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

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

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

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

How to find out your Lp(a) levels

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Step 1
Select location & schedule

Choose your location, tell us a little about you, and book your appointment.

Blood test

Step 2
Complete your blood test

Complete your quick and easy blood draw. You’ll also receive your compensation of $45 for your time and travel.

Results

Step 3
Get your results

A few weeks after your test, a member of our team will share your results, what they mean, and provide you with a copy to share with your doctor.

You can impact the future of heart health with a blood test

  • Overlooked Marker: Most routine blood tests by doctors do not check for Lp(a) so elevated levels commonly go undetected.
  • No Insurance Needed: Insurance typically doesn't cover Lp(a) testing, but with Care Access, it's on us.
  • Compensation Included: We'll even compensate you for your time and travel, up to $45.
  • Help future generations: Contribute to scientific research about the link between Lp(a) and heart disease.
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Participants will receive:

    Lp(a) - A genetically determined type of cholesterol that puts you at greater risk of heart disease.

    hsCRP - A high sensitivity protein that, if chronically elevated, can be associated with heart disease risk

    A1c - An ongoing elevation of the sugar in your blood that negatively impacts your heart, blood vessels, kidneys, nerves, eyesight and more.

    pTau - A protein that may measure your risk for developing Alzheimer's disease (Based on eligibility at select locations)

    Creatinine / eGFR - How well your kidneys are filtering out waste and keeping your body in balance

    Lipid panel - Checks cholesterol and triglyceride levels. High LDL and triglycerides increase the risk of heart disease.

    Liver Function Tests (LFT) and Enhanced Liver Fibrosis (ELF) - Blood tests used to screen for liver disease, as well as to detect signs of liver scarring (fibrosis). (Based on eligibility at select locations)

Who We Are

Care Access is a health research company improving access to research that brings about new cures and treatment for diseases. The Future of Medicine program by Care Access provides no-cost health screenings and access to health research.

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Ready to take action?

Schedule your blood test and receive:

  • Valuable test results from blood work including Lp(a), A1C, eGFR, creatinine, a lipid panel and hsCRP
  • The option to participate in clinical trials related to your health

Screening participants may receive financial compensation for time and travel, including up to $45 upon completion of their first blood test.

FAQS

How often can I get this test? FAQ arrow to show more information

Each person may only complete this blood test once, unless otherwise invited by Care Access.

I don't speak English or Spanish fluently. What languages do the Care Access staff speak? FAQ arrow to show more information

Your safety and rights are our top priorities. Your ability to speak or read English or Spanish is required to complete your health screening appointment, to ensure your understanding of the potential risks of having blood drawn and your rights as a participant in health research.

What is lipoprotein (a) [Lp(a)]? FAQ arrow to show more information

20% of the world's population has an elevated lipoprotein (a) [Lp(a)], a very sticky protein (cholesterol) in your blood that is affected by genetics instead of lifestyle. A lipoprotein (a) test can help determine your Lp(a) levels, however, it is typically not covered by insurance.

What are some Lp(a) treatments? FAQ arrow to show more information

Currently, there are no approved Lp(a) treatments on the market. Participants who screen will have access to learn about research options for the development of Lp(a) treatments.

How is type 2 diabetes diagnosed? FAQ arrow to show more information

Type 2 diabetes is diagnosed when your pancreas cannot create the hormone insulin that helps lower the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood.