When it comes to assessing your risk for heart disease and stroke, you've probably heard a lot about low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels. However, there's another important factor that has been gaining attention in the medical community: lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a). Elevated levels of Lp(a) can significantly increase your risk for premature [...]