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LDL, DIRECT

Test Code
LAB7921


CPT Codes
83721

Includes
Direct measurement of LDL


Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (SST)


Patient Preparation
Fasting at least 12 hours, preferrred

Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (1 mL optimal)


Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)


OR


 


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma from red cells. Refrigerate until tested. 


Transport Container
Transfer/aliquot tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
  • 2-8°C up to 5 days
  • Frozen up to 3 months


Methodology
Direct Measure

Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

As received; STAT testing is available


Reference Range
0-129 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
Use to assess cardiovascular disease risk and guide therapy. 


Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.