Test Overview
Method
Particle-enhanced immunoturbidimetry (PETIA)
Result Included
Lipoprotein a
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumPlasma (Li Heparin or EDTA)
Containers
Preferred Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Acceptable Containers
Green top (Lithium heparin); Lavender top (EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate within 4 hours of collection and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Note: Submit a separate specimen for this test if also ordering Apolipoprotein A1 and/or Apolipoprotein B.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 24 hours | 7 days | 180 days @ -70°C |
Once frozen, the specimen must remain frozen until it is received by the testing site.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
3 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Lipoprotein anmol/L0 - 100
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| LPA | Lipoprotein (a) | 2022 | nmol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-06-27