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HelpTest Code HDL HDL Cholesterol, Direct, Plasma or Serum
Performing Laboratory
Chilton Hospital Laboratory-ChemistryMethodology
Two-point RateSpecimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma or serumContainer/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel), gold or tiger top (serum gel)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Collection Instructions: Fasting (12-14 hour)
Specimen Transport Temperature
AmbientReference Values
Males: 30-70 mg/dLFemales: 35-80 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through SundayTurnaround Time:
Routine-24 hours