Laboratory Services
LDL-Cholesterol, Measured
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| Test Description |
LDL-Cholesterol, Measured
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| Synonym(s) |
Low density lipoprotein, Direct LDL, LDLC, LDLC Direct
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| Test ID |
LDLD
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| General Information |
For the direct determination of LDL cholesterol in nonfasting patients or in patients whose fasting triglycerides are >400 mg/dL, where the estimation of LDL by calculation may not be possible or may lead to inaccuracies.
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| Specimen Type |
Serum
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| Specimen Requirements |
SST
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| Alternate Specimen Type |
Red, Li-heparin plasma, K2EDTA
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
SST - Separate serum or plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection.
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| Minimum Sample Volume |
1 mL
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| Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable) |
500 uL
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| Additional Processing Details |
Separate serum or plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection.
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| Stability |
7 days at 2-8°C
12 months at -20°C |
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| Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
Citrate plasma samples
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| Methodology |
Enzymatic Colorimetric
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| Estimated TAT |
0-2 days
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday
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| CPT Code(s) |
83721
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| Reference Range |
Adult levels:
Optimal: <100 mg/dL Near/Above optimal: 100-129 mg/dL Borderline High: 130-159 mg/dL High: 160-189 mg/dL Very High: ≥190 mg/dL |
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics
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| LOINC Code(s) |
2089-1
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