TRIGLYCERIDES

Test Code: 123

Specimen Collection: Serum

Component:
Triglycerides

Method:
ENZ

Collection Notes: Patient should be fasting 12 – 16 hours prior to collection of specimen.

Clinical Utility: Triglyceride is useful in assessing risk factors in individuals with elevated cholesterol levels.

CPT Code: 84478

Testing Location: AML

Specimen/Stability Type

Serum (1 mL)

Temperature:

Refrigerated 7 Days

Frozen 30 Days

Plasma (1 mL), Li heparin

Refrigerated 7 Days

Frozen 30 Days

Potassium EDTA (1 mL), Li heparin

Refrigerated 6 Days

Frozen 3 Months

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