Cholesterol Total (CHL)

Department: Chemistry
Test Synonym(s): LAB60, CHL, Cholesterol Blood
CPT Codes: 82465
Methodology: Enzymatic
Reference Range: Consensus 0 to 150 yrs: 0-199 mg/dL
Tube Type: Light green PST (Lihtium Heparin with gel) tube - 4.5 mL
Specimen: Plasma
Alternate Specimen: Red top (no gel)
Pediatric Requirements: 1 light green top microtainer
Volume: 1 mL plasma
Minimum Volume: 1 light green top
Temperature: Separate within one hour and store at 2-8C until delivery
Stability: Room temperature: 7 days; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 3 months
Reasons for Rejection: Hemolysis, improper collection
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
TAT: STAT: 1 hour; ROUTINE: 2 hours after receiving in lab

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