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Triglyceride
MessagePerformed in Chemistry
Test Code
TGL
CPT Codes
84478
Preferred Specimen
Green Top LiHep, Plasma
WyMCC - SST
WyMCC - SST
Other Acceptable Specimens
Gold/SST or Red Top
FDA Status
FDA Approved
Setup Schedule
Daily, Sunday through Saturday
Report Available
Less than 4 hours
Clinical Significance
Triglycerides are esters of the trihydric alcohol glycerol with 3 long‑chain fatty
acids. They are partly synthesized in the liver and partly ingested in food.
The determination of triglycerides is utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of
patients having diabetes mellitus, nephrosis, liver obstruction, lipid metabolism
disorders and numerous other endocrine diseases
acids. They are partly synthesized in the liver and partly ingested in food.
The determination of triglycerides is utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of
patients having diabetes mellitus, nephrosis, liver obstruction, lipid metabolism
disorders and numerous other endocrine diseases
Performing Laboratory
Performed on-site
