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DIRECT LDL-CHOLESTEROL  Serum/Plasma

Message
FASTING SPECIMEN REQUIRED


Test Code
DLDL


CPT Codes
83721

Preferred Specimen
Light Green (Lithium) Gel or Gold Top Tube


Specimen Stability
3 days


Clinical Significance
In vitro diagnostic test for the direct quantitative measurement of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in human plasma used in the diagnosis and treatment of lipid disorders such as diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, and various renal and liver diseases. 




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.