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HelpEpic Test Code LAB376 Cholesterol: Body Fluid
Performing Location(s)
BMC
Specimen Type
Body Fluid
Preferred Container
Red top tube
Alternate Container
Green top tube
Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing
0.5 mL Fluid
- Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.
Storage Requirements
Specimens not delivered to the laboratory within 1 hour should be refrigerated
Transportation Needs
Deliver specimen to the laboratory within 1 hour of collection. If not possible see “storage requirements”
Causes for Rejection
Mislabeled or unlabeled specimens
Specimen too viscous for analysis
Clotted
Oxalate or Sodium Fluoride
> 2 hours at Room Temperature
> 4 days refrigerated
Reference Values
| Population | Units | Reference Range |
| All Populations | mg/dL | Not Established |
Available STAT
Yes
Days of Analysis
All
Additional Information
Indicate body fluid type on laboratory requisition
Includes
Fluid type and total volume indicated on report if provided on the requisition.
Methodology
Beckman AU/Dx Series
CPT Code
82042
Last Updated
30-Mar-19