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HelpTest ID SDLDL Small Dense Low Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol, Serum
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation:
Fasting: 8 hours; required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send frozen.
Secondary ID
619974Useful For
Aiding in risk management of lipoprotein disorders associated with cardiovascular disease when used in conjunction with other lipid measurements and clinical evaluation
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours | |
| Ambient | 8 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
≥18 years: <50 mg/dL
Reference values have not been established for patients who are younger than 18 years.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
83722
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request (T724) with the specimen.