Test Information:
This package includes the following tests: Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL and 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