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Methodology
Profile Includes the following tests:
Cholesterol, Total, Triglycerides, High-Density Lipoprotein,
Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL), VLDL
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube Type: Green Top (Lithium Heparin) Tube
Transport refrigerated.
Collection Instructions: Fasting (12-14 hour).
Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours before the
specimen is drawn.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
| Test | Age | Description | Reference Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| LDL | Adolescent | Desirable | <110 mg/dL |
| Borderline high | 110-129 mg/dL | ||
| High | >130 mg/dL | ||
| Adult | Optimal | <100 mg/dL | |
| Above optimal | 100-129 mg/dL | ||
| Borderline high | 130-159 mg/dL | ||
| High | 160-189 mg/dL | ||
| Very high | >189 mg/dL | ||
| LDL cholesterol risk | Low | <25 mg/dL | |
| Borderline high | 130-159 mg/dL | ||
| High | >160 mg/dL | ||
| VLDL | No established reference values |
All other tests: See individual test listings
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80061
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory