Lipoprotein (A)

Test Code
LAB10047


Alias/See Also
1231100442


CPT Codes
83695

Includes
LIPOPROTEIN(A)


Preferred Specimen
Red Top tube/Plain


Minimum Volume
1.0 mL serum


Instructions
CLINIC COLLECTIONS: Collect 1.0 mL of serum in Red Top/Plain. Send unspun specimen. RED ONLY. 


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Specimen stable on cells for 48 hours. If testing will be delayed, remove from cells within 48 hours. 
Storage Requirements:
Room temperature (20 to 25°C): 48 hours
Refrigerated (2 to 8°C): 2 weeks
Freezer (-20°C): 3 months


Methodology
Abbott Alinity

Reference Range
Males/Females:
<30.0 mg/dL


Performing Laboratory
LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY


Last Updated: August 31, 2026


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