- Test Name
- LDL-Cholesterol
- Aliases
- LDL
- Provincial Mnemonic
- LDL
- LOINC Test Code
- 39469-2
- Description and Primary Use
- To assess the cardiocvascular ris, to monitor effectiveness of lipid-lowering therapy, to diagnose familial hypobetalipoproteinemia and abetalipoproteinemia
- Reorder interval
- 30d
- TAT
- ≤ 3d
- Test Cost
- Not determined
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
- Special Patient Preparation
“Lipid Profile requires a 12 Hr fast. Non-fasting is acceptable if HDL is not part of a fasting lipid profile. (the same as HDL) “
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
No special requirements.
- Criteria for Rejection
Based on specimen condition and stability
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 2, 3, 4 laboratory sites
- Last Updated
- 11-Sep-17