Test Directory
3230 Triglycerides
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST; Fasting
7 days 2-8°C
<150 mg/dL
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Method
Enzymatic
Schedule
Mon-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Fasting specimen?: Yes
Fasting specimen?: Yes
Clinical Utility
To assess the risk of developing heart disease.
CPT Codes
84478
