Lp(a) on GLP-1 agonists — March 2026

quinn_sf said:

Trying to work out whether my panel improved or merely rearranged itself, because two of the numbers went the wrong way.

Comprehensive lipid panel update relevant to the lipid panel:

The triglyceride drop is the most impressive. My cardiologist reduced my statin dose based on these results.

TirzTom said:

Comprehensive lipid panel update relevant to the lipid panel: Marker Baseline 6 Months 12 Months Reference Total Cholesterol 233 218 178 <200 LDL…

Before/after bloodwork compilation for the lipid panel — everything in one place for those who want comprehensive data:

Every single metabolic marker improved. This is why I'm a believer in this therapy.

quinn_sf said:

Trying to work out whether my panel improved or merely rearranged itself, because two of the numbers went the wrong way.

Mine went the same way, slower. The detail I would add is minor and it is already implied above.

Clinical perspective, offered as context rather than as advice.

Tracking labs for the lipid panel — here's the panel I get every 3 months and why:

• CMP: glucose, electrolytes, kidney function, liver enzymes
• Lipid panel: total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides
• A1C: 3-month glucose average
• hsCRP: inflammatory marker
• CBC: blood counts, anemia screening
• B12, folate, iron: nutritional deficiency screening
• TSH, free T4: thyroid monitoring
• Lipase: pancreatic safety check

Total cost with insurance: about $31 copay. Without insurance, request cash-pay pricing from Quest/Labcorp — usually $156.