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HDL Cholesterol (High Density Lipoprotein)

Test Code
HDL


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
12-14 hour fasting specimen required. Spin within 2 hours of collection.


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Separated specimen stable for 4 days refrigerated


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
HDL cholsterol values in the population at large are correlated negatively with risk for atherosclerotic disease of the coronary arteries in both males and females.




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.