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HelpTest Code LDL LDL Cholesterol, Serum
Clinical Indications
N/A
Additional Test Codes
This is not an orderable test. LDL is included in the Lipid Profile.
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Mint
Acceptable: Gold
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL whole blood
Reference Range
<100 mg/dL
Critical Value
N/A
Interpretation
N/A
Rejection Criteria
Gross Hemolysis
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
2 Days
Specimen Stability
5 Days Refrigerated
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH-Chemistry
CPT Code
N/A
LOINC Code
2089-1
Test Alias
N/A
Additional Information / Notes
Specimens collected in a serum gel tube or lithium heparin gel tube must be centrifuged within 3 hours of collection. Serum gel should clot for 30 minutes prior to being centrifuged.