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Cardio IQ Advanced Lipid Panel with Inflammation
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Cardio IQ Advanced Lipid Panel with Inflammation
Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
Advanced Lipid Panel with Inflammation, Cardio IQ®
This test goes beyond the standard lipid panel to provide a more comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. According to the 2013 ACC/AHA guidelines, it's important to match statin treatment intensity with the absolute risk of cardiovascular events. This test includes advanced CVD markers like ion mobility, ApoB, lp(a), hsCRP, and Lp-PLA2, offering a clearer picture of your CVD risk.
What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly useful for individuals who need a detailed assessment of their risk for cardiovascular diseases beyond what a standard lipid panel can offer.
What type of sample is required for this test?6 mL serum.
Test Resources http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ134
Additional test information
Advanced Lipid Panel with Inflammation, Cardio IQ® – This test goes beyond the standard lipid panel to provide a more comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. According to the 2013 ACC/AHA guidelines, it's important to match statin treatment intensity with the absolute risk of cardiovascular events. This test includes advanced CVD markers like ion mobility, ApoB, lp(a), hsCRP, and Lp-PLA2, offering a clearer picture of your CVD risk.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Serum
- Fasting: Yes
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Serum. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: Yes. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
Advanced Lipid Panel with Inflammation, Cardio IQ®
This test goes beyond the standard lipid panel to provide a more comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. According to the 2013 ACC/AHA guidelines, it's important to match statin treatment intensity with the absolute risk of cardiovascular events. This test includes advanced CVD markers like ion mobility, ApoB, lp(a), hsCRP, and Lp-PLA2, offering a clearer picture of your CVD risk.
What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly useful for individuals who need a detailed assessment of their risk for cardiovascular diseases beyond what a standard lipid panel can offer.
What type of sample is required for this test?6 mL serum.
Test Resources http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ134
Additional details
Advanced Lipid Panel with Inflammation, Cardio IQ® - This test goes beyond the standard lipid panel to provide a more comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. According to the 2013 ACC/AHA guidelines, it's important to match statin treatment intensity with the absolute risk of cardiovascular events. This test includes advanced CVD markers like ion mobility, ApoB, lp(a), hsCRP, and Lp-PLA2, offering a clearer picture of your CVD risk.
Highlighted health areas
- Cardiovascular
- Metabolic function
- Nutrition
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- LDL Peak Size
- LDL Pattern
- LDL Particle Number
- Lipoprotein (a)
- hsCRP
- Lp-PLA2
- Apolipoprotein B
- Triglycerides
- Total Cholesterol
- HDL Cholesterol
- LDL Small
- LDL Medium
- HDL Large
- LDL Cholesterol
- Non-HDL Cholesterol
- Total Cholesterol / HDL Ratio