The PLAC^® Test for Lp-PLA₂ is the only blood test that helps identify hidden risk for heart attack and stroke. Early detection and more aggressive treatment can help prevent these cardiovascular events.

Learn more about how you can run the PLAC Test in your lab. We answer technical questions you may have about the PLAC Test for Lp-PLA₂.

Learn more about stroke and coronary heart disease. Now there is a simple blood test that can help uncover your hidden risk for heart attack and stroke. Discover how the PLAC Test can help your physician identify hidden risk and to prevent these events.

September 28, 2008 diaDexus, Inc. and Living Heart Foundation Offer The PLAC® Test to Detect Hidden Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke in Retired NFL Players

September 15, 2008
Mark Alberts, M.D., answers a QualityHealth reader's question about additional measures he can take to reduce his risk of suffering from a heart attack.

August 27, 2008
diaDexus appoint Physicians Sales & Service, Inc. (PSS) as distributors of the PLAC Test.

July 25, 2008
The PLAC Test for Lp-PLA₂ is featured on KOMO 4 TV's Northwest Afternoon.

June 17, 2008
Expert Consensus Panel Recommendation for Lp-PLA₂ Testing.