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Lipid Panel

Test Code
LIPIDS


CPT Codes
80061, 83721

Includes
Includes: Cholesterol, Direct HDL; Cholesterol, Calculated LDL (Direct LDL if Triglycerides are>400); Cholesterol, Total; Triglycerides; Cholesterol/HDL Ration (calculated)


Preferred Specimen
2.0 mL plasma


Instructions
Draw blood in a PST tube following an overnight (9-12hrs) fast. Spin down


Transport Container
PST tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reference Range
Cholesterol, Direct HDL     >40 mg/dL
Cholesterol, Direct LDL     < 100 mg/dL

See individual test listings for other values.


Clinical Significance


This is the most common lipid panel. Components include those useful in the detection, classification, and monitoring of patients with hyperlipidemia.





Last Updated: January 28, 2020


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.