Lipid Profile – HDL, LDL, TG only

Test Information:
This package includes the following tests:

• Triglycerides
• HDL
• LDL

Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)

Specimen Type:
Serum

Required Volume:
2 mL

Patient Preparation:
10 to 14 hours fasting.

Notes:
The following information must be provided upon specimen endorsement via Internal Message or Remarks.
1. Date and time of last meal.

Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)

• Storage: 2 to 8°C
  Stability: 5 days
• Storage: 20 to 25°C
  Stability: 2 days
• Storage: – 20°C
  Stability: 3 months

Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)

Test Category:
Routine

Test Schedule:
Daily

Results Availability:
Within 4 hours