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Test Code LAB18 Lipid Panel

Specimen Requirement

1.0 mL Serum or Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.

Testing Schedule

Daily

Reflex Testing

When the triglycerides are greater than 400 mg/dL and less than 1293 mg/dL a direct LDL will automatically reflex. Additional charges will apply.

Reference Range

Refer to individual assays (panel includes total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides)

Testing Department

Chemistry

Method

Refer to individual assays (panel includes total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides)

CPT Code

80061 (Lipid Profile)

83721 (Direct LDL, when appropriate)