PLAC Test

What is the PLAC® Test?

The PLAC test is a blood test that looks the levels of Lp-PLA2 (Lipoprotein-associated Phospholipase A2). Lp-PLA2 is released into the blood from artieral plaques. Increased levels of Lp-PLA2 increase your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

How is the PLAC Test Different?

Plaques form in arteries when they are inflammed. As plaques form, they will release Lp-PLA2. If the amount of Lp-PLA2 is elevated, this may mean that the plaque is more likely to rupture , releasing it into the bloodstream where it may cause a clot that could result in a heart attack or stroke.

The PLAC Test can provide you and your doctor with critical information about the health of your arteries that was not available in the past.

What's Being Tested:

• Lp-PLA2 (Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2)
• PLAC Test Details
  
  

Fasting: No

Specimen: Blood, Labcorp® (Draw Location | How It Works | FAQs)