| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Serum-SST; Fasting | 5 Days 2-8° C |
<100 mg/dL = Optimal; 100-129 = Near Optimal; 131-159 = Borderline High; 160-189 = High; >190 = Very High |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum |
Method
Enzymatic
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Schedule
Mon - Sat
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Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
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Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Fasting specimen?: Yes |
Clinical Utility
To determine risk of developing heart disease.
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CPT Codes
83721
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