Lipid Panel

Collection Requirements

Source: blood
Container(s):

Volume: 1 mL in vacutainer or 400 uL in microtainer

Fasting specimen is optimal; 8-12 hours recommended

2-4 hours

Routine

Cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, and calculated LDL, VLDL

Specimen: plasma or serum
Spin, separate, and refrigerate

Adele Hall
Broadway

Chemistry

Vitros

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