Triglycerides
Order Name
TRIG
Test Number: 2005350
Revision Date 06/04/2021
Test Number: 2005350
Revision Date 06/04/2021
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Triglycerides
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Glycerol Phosphate Oxidase | 2571-8 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.5) | Plasma | Lithium Heparin PST (Light Green Top) | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 1 | 1 mL (0.5) | Serum | Clot Activator SST | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Fasting 12 hours. (12hr no food, coffee, tea, juice, or milk prior to blood draw; plain, unflavored water is acceptable.) Stability: Ambient 2 days, Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 1 year |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 1-2 days |
| Clinical Use | Useful for evaluation of risk for cardiovascular disease and in evaluation of hyperlipidemia. |
| CPT Code(s) | 84478 |
| Lab Section | Chemistry |