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LDL, DIRECT

Message
Direct measurement of LDL


Test Code
LDLD


CPT Codes
83721

Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (gel separator)


Minimum Volume
0.6 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma or serum and red cells.  Separate and refrigerate until tested.


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


Report Available
Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.


Reference Range

0 - 129 mg/dL




Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab  
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)


Last Updated: June 9, 2023


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.