LDL-P

Test Code: TD_3153
CPT Code(s): 83704

$69

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Low-Density Lipoprotein Particle Number
LDL Particle Count

Test Includes

LDL-P

Methodology

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis
Gross lipemia
High triglyceride levels may cause certain particles to be non-reportable
Samples collected in NMR (Greiner) collection tubes

Reference Range(s)

By Report

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Plain Red Top Tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL Serum

Sample Stability

Unacceptable room temperature
7 days refrigerated
10 days frozen

Transport Temperature

Critical Refrigerated (CRF)

Collection Instructions

Allow sample to clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Critical refrigerate (CRF).
Patient should be fasting for 10-12 hours prior to collection.

Alternative Specimen

N/A