Test Code D-LDL Cholesterol LDL Direct
Specimen Type
Blood
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Container
Mint Green-Lithium Heparin
Plasma/Refrigerate
STAT Turnaround Time
45 Minutes
Routine Turnaround Time
4 Hours
Methodology
Measured, Liquid Selective Detergent
Reference Range
Optimal: <100 mg/dL
Near/Above Optimal: 100-129 mg/dL
Borderline High: 130-159 mg/dL
High: 160-189 mg/dL
Very High: ≥190 mg/dL
CPT Code
83721