Test Overview
Result Included
Cholesterol
Specimen
Specimen Type
Plasma (Heparin)Plasma (EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Specimen Comment
A single 1 mL specimen is sufficient for Cholesterol and Triglycerides.<br>Barricor™ tube is not acceptable.
Patient Preparation
Fasting 14 h
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect after a 14 hours fast.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 7 days | 3 months |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Barricor™ tube or serum |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
1 Day
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Cholesterolmmol/L2-17 y: 3.2 - 4.4; Elevated ≥4.80
18 - 29 y: 3.2 - 4.6; Elevated: ≥5.70
30 - 49 y: 3.8 - 5.2; Elevated: ≥6.20
50 - 65 y: 4.2 - 5.2; Elevated ≥6.20
Over 65 y: 4.2 - 6.2; Elevated ≥6.20mg/dL x 0.0259
Referral Location
Canada
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-03-31