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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