HDL Cholesterol
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Test resources
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Details
Methodology
Spectrophotometry (SP)
Alternative name(s)
Cholesterol, HDL
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | If an HDL cholesterol measurement is to be performed along with triglycerides, but not part of a lipid panel, then the patient should be fasting 9-12 hours prior to collection. If the HDL-cholesterol is ordered as part of a lipid panel, then a fasting sample is not required. |
| Preferred specimen(s) | 1 mL serum |
| Alternative specimen(s) | Plasma collected in: Sodium heparin (green-top) tube or lithium heparin (green-top) tube |
| Minimum volume | 0.5 mL |
| Transport container | Serum separator tube (SST) |
| Transport temperature | Room temperature |
| Specimen stability | Serum and plasma Room temperature: 48 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 28 days |
| Reject criteria | Anticoagulants other than heparin |
Reference Range(s)
| Male (mg/dL) | Female (mg/dL) | |
| <20 Years | >45 | >45 |
| ≥20 Years | ≥40 | ≥50 |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
*The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
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