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HDL Cholesterol

Test Code
HDL


Preferred Specimen
2 mL Lithium Heparin plasma or serum (1.0 minimum)


Instructions
8-10 hour fasting is recommended.


Transport Container
PST Tube, SST Tube also accepted


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
7 days at 2-8 °C, 30 days at -70 °C




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.