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Triglycerides, Pleural Fluid
MessageThis test can be done on Pleural Fluid only. All other fluid type must be sent to a reference laboratory.
Test Code
TGLBF - NCMC
CPT Codes
84478
Preferred Specimen
1 mL pleural fluid in Sterile container
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Instructions
- Centrifuge to remove any cellular material.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
| Pleural Fluid | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Methodology
Bichromatic Endpoint
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
Report Available
Same day
Reference Range
No established reference values
Performing Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
