LDLC
LDL Cholesterol
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3431
Synonyms:
Direct LDL
Measured LDL
LDLD
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Required Patient Info:
Indicate patient's age and sex.
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
3 mL
Minimum Volume:
2 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial. Send refrigerated.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 60 days
Refrigerated - 10 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
Gross Icterus: Reject
CPT Codes:
83701 - LDL Cholesterol Direct (EAP 30133937)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Turnaround Time:
3-5 days
Method:
Ultracentrifugation/Selective Precipitation/Enzymatic Colorimetric