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Triglyceride
Test CodeCPT Codes
84478
Preferred Specimen
Serum (gold top) tube
Minimum Volume
Other Acceptable Specimens
Instructions
A 12 to 14-hour fast is required for the most accurate result. Non-fasting results can be significantly increased. Do not use soap products to clean skin prior to venipuncture (alcohol is acceptable.)
This test is for Triglyceride measurement on Plasma or Serum. For Triglyceride measurement on Body Fluids, order MISTGL.
Transport Container
Serum (gold top) tube or Lithium Heparin Plasma (green top) tube
Transport Temperature
Specimen Stability
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Methodology
Colorimetric
Setup Schedule
Daily upon receipt
Report Available
Reference Range
< 150 mg/dL Normal
150-199 mg/dL Borderline high
200-499 mg/dL High
> or = 500 mg/dL Very high
Clinical Significance
Triglycerides, fatty acid esters of glycerol, represent the major form of fat found in the body; their primary function is to store and provide cellular energy. The concentration of triglycerides in the plasma at any given time is a balance between the rates of entry and removal. Triglyceride concentrations in the plasma vary with age and gender. Moderate increases occur during growth and development. Triglycerides are used for the evaluation of hyperlipidemias; high concentrations may occur with hypothyroidism, nephrotic syndrome, glycogen storage diseases, and diabetes mellitus. Extremely high triglyceride concentrations are common in acute pancreatitis.
This test is for Triglyceride measurement on Plasma or Serum. For Triglyceride measurement on Body Fluids, order MISTGL.