Apolipoprotein E (Apo E) Genotyping
Related tests: Cardiac Risk Assessment, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Lipid Profile, Triglycerides, Tau Protein
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To help confirm a diagnosis of Type III hyperlipoproteinaemia (also known as dysbetalipoproteinaemia), to evaluate a possible genetic cause of atherosclerosis, or to help confirm a diagnosis of late onset Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) in a symptomatic adult
When to Get Tested?
If your doctor suspects that your high cholesterol and triglyceride levels may be due to a genetically inherited disorder, or if you have xanthomas (yellowish raised patches) on your skin; also sometimes used if you have progressive symptoms of dementia and your doctor wants to investigate a possible cause of Alzheimer's Disease
Sample Required?
A blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
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