HDL Cholesterol
Test Code
HDL
Description
HDL cholesterol is inversely related to the risk for cardiovascular disease. It increases following regular exercise, moderate alcohol consumption and with oral estrogen therapy. Decreased levels are associated with obesity, stress, cigarette smoking and diabetes mellitus.
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL serum
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Send frozen whole blood Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
8 hours at room temperature
24 hours refrigerated at 2-8°C
>24 hours frozen at -20°C
Notes
This test is a component of the LIPANX panel.
Performed
Mon-Fri
Methodology
Direct Homogeneous
Turnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STAT
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
HDL
Study Offerings
Not offered
Reference Interval
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HDL Cholesterol, Serum |
Human |
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Male |
Female |
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mg/dL |
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All Ages |
29.0-71.0 |
35.0-85.0 |
CPT Code
83718
New York Approved
FDA Approved or Cleared
FDA
Approved or Cleared