Lipoprotein Particle Panel (NMR)
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Counts the actual LDL particles driving plaque, plus an insulin-resistance score, beyond what standard cholesterol shows.
- Member pricing close to cost, no upsells
- Schedule online, typical results in 2-3 days
- Clear guidance, results reviewed by a real clinician
- Follow-up care available
HSA/FSA eligible
About this test
This panel uses nuclear magnetic resonance to directly count lipoprotein particles rather than estimate the cholesterol they carry. LDL-C tells you how much cholesterol your LDL is hauling; LDL-P tells you how many particles are doing the hauling, and people with the same LDL-C can have very different particle counts. A high LDL-P with normal or low LDL-C (common in insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes) flags cardiovascular risk that routine lipid panels miss. The panel also reports particle sizes, small LDL-P, HDL-P, and the LP-IR score, a 0 to 100 measure of insulin resistance built from six lipoprotein parameters that shift before glucose and A1c do.
A related Ion Mobility fractionation panel answers the same particle-number question using a different separation method; this NMR version is the right default for most people tracking particle burden and insulin resistance together.
Consider it if
- Normal LDL cholesterol but a family history of early heart disease or other elevated risk
- Insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, or type 2 diabetes you want to characterize earlier than glucose shows
- Checking whether a statin, diet change, or weight loss actually lowered particle count, not just cholesterol
- Discordant results before, where LDL-C looked fine but triglycerides or HDL suggested hidden risk
- Building a detailed cardiometabolic baseline to track over time
Why are there member and non-member prices?
Members get Mito's no-markup price on tests. The non-member price is the standard price.
Mito membership is $9/month and unlocks member pricing across the catalog. It's how Mito is supported, so we don't have to mark up your tests or earn more when you buy more. Your member savings are applied at checkout.
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What's included
What's tested
Includes 6 biomarkers
- Lipoprotein.alpha
- Lipoprotein.alpha.subparticle.large
- Lipoprotein.beta.subparticle
- Lipoprotein.beta.subparticle.small
- Lipoprotein.pre-beta
- Lipoprotein.pre-beta.subparticle.large
Test details
- Sample type
- Blood sample (serum or plasma)
- Collection
- Partner lab visit
- Preparation
- Fasting required (8 hours)
- Results in
- Typical results in 2-3 days
Pre-test considerations
Fast for at least 8 hours before the draw; water is fine. Triglyceride-rich particles and recent meals distort sizing and particle counts, so timing matters. Keep alcohol and unusually heavy or fatty meals consistent the day before, and try to test under similar conditions each time for comparable results.
Results in as little as 1-2 business days
- 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 Results in 1-2 business days
Your results post to your dashboard fast — then a clinician reviews them and your personalized action plan follows.
- 4 Expert guidance
Our clinicians will recommend next steps. Or book a same-day visit for comprehensive care.
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Order any test or consult without joining. For $9/month, members unlock member prices, trend tracking, and year-round clinician guidance.
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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. Your price is our cost plus a small amount 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. Members pay even less, applied at checkout (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 are typically visible within 1-2 business days of your lab visit. A clinician then reviews them, and your full analysis and personalized action plan — with clear next steps — follow once that review is complete. Specialty assays and at-home kits take longer; each test shows its 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.