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HelpTest Code HDL CHOL HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein) Cholesterol, Plasma
Performing Laboratory
NRL-Chemistry
Methodology
Timed End point
Note: This test is also available as part of #LIPID Lipid Panel. See Common Panel Test Combinations in Special Instructions to avoid duplicate test requests when multiple panels are ordered.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Fasting (12-14 hours)
2. Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours before specimen is drawn.
Reference Values
40-59 mg/dL (National Cholesterol Education Panel recommendation)
| Percent HDL Cholesterol | ||
| Coronary Heart Disease Risk | Males | Females |
| Risk at dangerous level | <7.4 | <11.4 |
| High risk, relatively unsafe level | 7.4-15.3 | 11.7-18.4 |
| Average risk | 15.4-24.7 | 18.5-26.6 |
| Below average risk, relatively safe | 24.8-37.0 | 26.7-40.0 |
| Protection probably associated with longevity | >37.0 | >40.0 |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
Routine-shift
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83718