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

Lab Personnel

Please login to see billing, ordering, and reporting instructions.