HDL CHOLESTEROL | |
|---|---|
| Test Code:125 | Specimen Collection:Serum |
| Component: HDL Cholesterol | Method: ENZ |
| Collection Notes:Collect a fasting specimen. | |
| Clinical Utility:HDL Cholesterol is inversely related to the risk for cardiovascular disease. Decreased levels are associated with obesity, stress, cigarette smoking and diabetes mellitus. | |
| CPT Code:83718 | Testing Location:AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (0.5 mL) Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 3 Months at -70 C | |