TRIGLYCERIDES | |
|---|---|
| Test Code:123 | Specimen Collection:Serum |
| Component: Triglycerides | Method: ENZ |
| Collection Notes:Patient should be fasting 12 – 16 hours prior to collection of specimen. | |
| Clinical Utility:Triglyceride is useful in assessing risk factors in individuals with elevated cholesterol levels. | |
| CPT Code:84478 | Testing Location:AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (1 mL) Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 30 Days Plasma (1 mL), Li heparin Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 30 Days Potassium EDTA (1 mL), Li heparin Refrigerated 6 Days Frozen 3 Months | |