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Triglycerides

Test Code
TRIG


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
12-14 hour fasting specimen


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Unspun clotted specimen stable for 2 hours, separated serum stable for 4 days refrigerated


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges


Clinical Significance
Usually part of a lipid profile used to identify the risk of developing heart disease




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.