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Why no routine NHS test?
Despite cardiology recommendations, the NHS does not routinely test for Lp(a) in people over 40. This is partly because there isn't a widely available, effective treatment to lower Lp(a) once identified. Without a clear intervention, routine testing is often not prioritised, though this is a point of ongoing debate among medical professionals.
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