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HelpTest ID BLOD1707 Lipid Panel Reflex to LDL Direct
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) - Serum
Green top (Lithium heparin w/gel) - Plasma
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temp | NA | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 5 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Includes: Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL, and LDL
Reflexes to LDL Direct if the Triglycerides is >400
Methodology
Enzymatic
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Sanford Laboratories Rapid City
CPT
80061