Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL)

General Information

Name	Information
Code:	T518
Test Name, Short:	LDL , LDL-C
Matrix:	Serum / Plasma
Turnaround Time:	Daily
Analytical Method:	Homogeneous Enzymatic Colormetric Assay
Reportable - Test Results Type:	Quantitative
Units - Conventional:	mg/dL

Specimen Information

Name	Information
Min. Volume:	300 µL
Preferred Volume:	500 µL
Rejection Criteria:	Improper labeling, Improper sample handling, Wrong sample type, Outside of stability, Inadequate specimen volume received, or Hemolyzed specimens.
Collection Instructions:	See blood collections
Collection Patient Prep:	Fasting blood sample recommended
Container:	SST - Collection tube preferred
Shipping Temperature:	Ambient