Test Information:
Apolipoprotein B (Apo B) testing is used to assess the risk of atherosclerosis and diagnose lipid disorders. Apo B is a key protein in LDL (“bad cholesterol”) and is essential for the formation and transport of cholesterol-rich lipoproteins from the liver to body tissues.
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