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Test Code HDLC Cholesterol, HDL, Plasma

Methodology

Direct Measurement

Performing Laboratory

St. Clair Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

1 plasma gel tube (1 mL of lithium heparin plasma) following an overnight fast (12-14 hour) fast. Centrifuge blood as soon as possible, or send unspun blood to laboratory within 4 hours of draw.
Note:  Coffee and oral contraceptives may affect results.

Reference Values

<35 mg/dL (high risk for coronary heart disease)
>45 mg/dL (decreased risk for coronary heart disease in males)
>55 mg/dL (decreased risk for coronary heart disease in females)

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Saturday