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HelpTest Code LAB134 Triglycerides
Useful For
The diagnosis and treatment of patients having diabetes mellitus, nephrosis, liver obstruction, lipid metabolism disorders and numerous other endocrine diseases
Methodology
Enzymatic Colorimetric
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma or serum
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel), red top, or gold top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma or Serum | Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerated | 10 days | |
| Frozen | 3 months |
Reference Values
Normal: 30-200 mg/dL
Desirable: <150 mg/dL
Borderline high: 150-199 mg/dL
High: 200-499 mg/dL
Very high: ≥500 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84478