NMR LIPOPROFILE ASSAY

Synonyms: Lipoprotein Analysis, Expanded includes LDL-P, HDL-P, LDL size
Computer Code: (RNMRP)
Specimen Collection: 4 mL blood (red, lavender or sodium heparin green top tube). Patient should be fasting. Deliver ASAP to Special Chemistry.
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Serum: Allow to clot, centrifuge, remove serum, refrigerate. Plasma: centrifuge, remove plasma, refrigerate. Min 1 mL serum/plasma Fasting sample preferred. SEPARATE SERUM FROM CELLS WITHIN 2 HOURS OF COLLECTION.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: Spec C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 5 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 80061, 83704
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII