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HelpTest Code LAB134 Triglycerides
Intended Use
Used to help classify the various genetic and metabolic lipoprotein disorders, and in the assessment of risk factors for atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease
Methodology
Enzymatic
Performing Laboratory
RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH-RCCFS-SPC10S
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)
Container/Tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube
Acceptable: Serum
Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1mL)
Collection Instructions: Patient should be fasting for 12 hours before collection.Forward promptly
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: ≤ -20°Cfor 3 months
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84478