Test Information:
Apolipoprotein A-1 (Apo A-1) testing helps assess the risk of atherosclerosis and diagnose lipid disorders. Apo A-1 is the main protein in HDL (“good cholesterol”), playing a key role in removing excess cholesterol from tissues and transporting it to the liver, which helps reduce cardiovascular risk.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain) – USE PLASTIC TUBE
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: Room Temperature (15 to 25˚C)
Stability: 1 day - Storage: Refrigerated Temperature (2 to 8˚C)
Stability: 8 days - Storage: Freezer Temperature (-20˚C)
Stability: 2 months
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 Hours