Apolipoprotein A1 and B Panel with Ratio
The atherogenic-to-protective particle ratio that sharpens cardiovascular risk beyond standard cholesterol.
Consider this test if:
- A family history of early heart disease or stroke
- Borderline or normal LDL cholesterol but other cardiovascular risk factors
- Tracking whether diet, exercise, or statin therapy is lowering particle burden
- Setting a cardiovascular baseline in your 30s or 40s
- High triglycerides or metabolic syndrome, where LDL underestimates risk
- HSA/FSA eligible
- Typical results in 1-2 days · Reviewed by a real clinician
- Drawn at a CLIA/CAP-accredited lab near you ·
Pre-test considerations
Fasting 12 to 14 hours is required; a non-fasting sample is grounds for rejection. Test when you are at a stable weight and not acutely ill, since recent illness and inflammation shift lipid results. For meaningful before-and-after comparisons, keep timing and conditions consistent between draws.
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What this test is for
This panel measures two apolipoproteins and their ratio. Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) is the structural protein on LDL and other atherogenic particles, so it counts the number of particles that drive plaque, while apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1) is the main protein on HDL and tracks with the protective fraction. The ApoB/ApoA1 ratio combines both into a single number that correlates strongly with cardiovascular risk, often capturing risk that LDL cholesterol alone misses because people with the same LDL can carry very different particle counts. High ApoB and a high ratio point to elevated atherogenic burden; high ApoA1 and a lower ratio reflect a more favorable profile.
This version reports ApoB, ApoA1, and the ApoB/ApoA1 ratio together. If you only want the atherogenic particle count, the standalone ApoB test is enough; this panel adds the protective side and the ratio for a fuller risk read.
Biomarkers tested
Includes 3 biomarkers
- Specimen
- Serum or plasma
- Measures
- Mass concentration
- Specimen
- Serum or plasma
- Measures
- Ratio
ApoB counts the actual number of atherogenic particles (LDL, VLDL, and their remnants) circulating in your blood, since each one carries exactly one ApoB molecule on its surface. It's a more accurate readout of cardiovascular risk than LDL cholesterol, because LDL-C measures the cholesterol cargo inside those particles but misses how many particles are actually out there depositing it into artery walls. Testing it matters for anyone building a baseline on heart disease risk, tracking response to diet or statin therapy, or with a family history of early cardiovascular events despite a normal-looking LDL.
- Specimen
- Serum or plasma
- Measures
- Mass concentration
What to expect
- 1 Book instantly
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- 2 Quick lab visit
Testing to fit your busy schedule, usually 15 minutes or less. Walk-in and appointments available.
- 3 Typical results in 1-2 days
Your results post straight to your dashboard as soon as the lab completes them.
- 4 Expert guidance
Included with Mito membership. A clinician reviews your results and your personalized action plan follows, with clear next steps.
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Frequently asked questions
View all FAQsHow does pricing work?
Every test shows the member price next to the standard non-member price, so you can see what membership saves you. The member price is our cost — covering the lab and what it takes to run the service — never a profit on the test itself; Mito makes its money on the $9 membership, not on marking up your tests. Membership is $9/mo, and you still pay the lab’s order fee. Prices are itemized before you pay, with no hidden fees.
Where do I get tested?
Choose a partner lab (Quest, Labcorp, or BioReference) at checkout. If your cart spans multiple tests, we consolidate the whole order onto a single lab so you only make one visit.
Is this eligible for HSA/FSA?
Yes. This test is HSA/FSA eligible, and you can pay with your HSA/FSA card at checkout.
When will I get my results?
Your results post to your dashboard once your lab completes them, then a clinician reviews them and your full analysis and personalized action plan (with clear next steps) follow. Turnaround varies by test: specialty assays and at-home kits take longer, and each test shows its expected turnaround before you buy.
Do I need a doctor’s order?
No. Mito provides the lab order for you, so you can book and get tested without a separate doctor visit.
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