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CHOLESTEROL

Test Code
LAB60


CPT Codes
82465

Preferred Specimen
Green top/Gel Li Hep


Minimum Volume
2.0 mL


Transport Container
Li Heparin (GST)
 


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate specimen


Methodology
Enzymatic colorimetric

Setup Schedule
Set Up:Daily Report Available:1 day


Reference Range
CHOLESTEROL: 100 - 200 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
Cholesterol measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving excess cholesterol in the blood and lipid and lipoprotein metabolism disorders.


Performing Laboratory
GBMC Chemistry



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