sdLDL
Test Code
36406
83722
In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.
Clinical Significance
sdLDL - The sdLDL test is used in conjunction with other lipid measurements and clinical evaluations to aid in the risk management of lipoprotein disorders associated with cardiovascular disease.
Test Resources
Test Summary
Metabolic Risk PanelTest Summary
sdLDLTest Details
Fasting may be required for this test. Please ask your doctor if you should fast prior to testing.
Methodology
Enzymatic
Reference Range(s)
<50.0 mg/dL
Alternative Name(s)
Small Dense LDL,Small Dense Low-density Lipoprotein
Preferred Specimen(s)
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Collection Instructions
1. Collect and label sample according to standard protocols. At least 3 mL of blood should be drawn.
2. Gently invert tube 5 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE.
3. Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes.
4. Centrifuge for 10 minutes.
5. Store and transport refrigerated.
Transport Container
Transport tube
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
- Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen -20° C: 14 days
Frozen -70° C: 90 days
Setup Schedule
1 mL serum
0.2 mL
1. Collect and label sample according to standard protocols. At least 3 mL of blood should be drawn.
2. Gently invert tube 5 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE.
3. Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes.
4. Centrifuge for 10 minutes.
5. Store and transport refrigerated.
2. Gently invert tube 5 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE.
3. Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes.
4. Centrifuge for 10 minutes.
5. Store and transport refrigerated.
Transport tube
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen -20° C: 14 days
Frozen -70° C: 90 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen -20° C: 14 days
Frozen -70° C: 90 days