Cholesterol, Total
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Information
Cholesterol, Total – Total LDL and HDL cholesterol, in conjunction with a triglyceride determination, provide valuable information for the risk of coronary artery disease. Total serum cholesterol analysis is useful in the diagnosis of hyperlipoproteinemia, atherosclerosis, hepatic and thyroid diseases.
Methodology
Spectrophotometry (SP)
Specimen Required
SST, Serum. Volume 1 (0.5) mL. Stability: Ambient – 7 Day, Refrigerated – 7 Days, Frozen – 2 Months
Performing Site: TOPLAB
CPT Code(s)
82465