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HelpTest Code LAB60 Cholesterol, Total
Useful For
- Evaluation of atherosclerotic risk
- Screening for lipid and lipoprotein metabolic disorders
Methodology
Enzymatic Colorimetric (CHOD-PAP)
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 | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 3 months |
Reference Values
| Age Break | Normal Range | |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30 days | 93-260 mg/dL | |
| 30 days-5 months | 97-213 mg/dL | |
| 5 months-18 years | 101-263 mg/dL | |
| ≥ 18 years | 97-200 mg/dL | |
| desirable | < 200 mg/dL | |
| borderline | 200-239 mg/dL | |
| high risk | ≥ 240 mg/dL | |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82465