Lipoprotein electrophoresis blood test

The significance of the Lipoprotein Electrophoresis blood test is explained below:

• An overall high value (higher than 800 mg/dL) for the test may indicate cardiovascular conditions such as:
  • Hyperlipoproteinemia
  • Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack)
  • Eclampsia
• The test results (high value) may also indicate other conditions such as:
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Nephrotic syndrome
  • Laennec’s cirrhosis
  • Multiple myeloma
  • Diet high in cholesterol and saturated fat
• An overall low value (less than 400 mg/dL) for the test may indicate the following conditions:
  • Tangier disease
  • Chronic obstructive lung disease

The laboratory test results are NOT to be interpreted as results of a “stand-alone” test. The test results have to be interpreted after correlating with suitable clinical findings and additional supplemental tests/information. Your healthcare providers will explain the meaning of your tests results, based on the overall clinical scenario.

• Sample of blood serum
• We perform the test every Wednesday