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HelpTest Code LDLD Cholesterol, Direct LDL, Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
| Ordering Mnemonic |
|---|
| LDLD |
Methodology
Liquid Selective Detergent
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen Volume: 2 mL of plasma
Collection Instructions: Draw specimen following an overnight (12-14 hour) fast.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 2 mL of serum
Collection Instructions: Draw specimen following an overnight (12-14 hour) fast.
Note: 1. Indicate serum
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83721 (HH Bill Code 0201028)
Reference Values
Optimal: <100 mg/dL
Near to above optimal: 100-129 mg/dL
Borderline high: 130-159 mg/dL
High: 160-189 mg/dL
Very high: ≥190 mg/dL