Test Code LDLDIR LDL Cholesterol (LDLC), Direct, Plasma or Serum
Methodology
Homogeneous Enzymatic Colorimetry
Performing Laboratory
Sky Lakes Medical Center-Chemistry
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens: Specimen Type: Plasma. Container/Tube: Green top (lithium heparin gel).Specimen Volume: 2 mL. Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (plasma ). Specimen Type: Serum. Container/Tube: Red top or serum gelSpecimen Volume: 2 mL. Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Reference Values
0-129 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83721
Test Order Code
LAB102