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HelpTest ID BLOD0099 Lipoprotein Metabolism Profile, Serum
Reporting Name
Lipoprotein Metabolism ProfileUseful For
Diagnosing dyslipoproteinemia
Quantifying cholesterol and triglycerides in very-low-density lipoprotein, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoproteins (HDL), and chylomicrons
Identifying lipoprotein-X
Classifying hyperlipoproteinemias (lipoprotein phenotyping)
Evaluating patients with abnormal lipid values (cholesterol, triglyceride, HDL, LDL) for specific phenotypes
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCS | Cholesterol, Total, CDC, S | No | Yes |
| TRIGC | Triglycerides, CDC, S | No | Yes |
| APLBS | Apolipoprotein B, S | Yes, (order APOLB) | Yes |
| HDLS | HDL Cholesterol, CDC, S | No | Yes |
| LMPP1 | Lipoprotein Metabolism Profile 1 | No | Yes |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumNecessary Information
Patient's age and sex are required.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation:
1. Fasting: 12 hours, required
2. Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours before the specimen is collected.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 60 days |
Reference Values
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2-9 years |
10-17 years |
≥18 years |
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Total cholesterol |
* Acceptable: <170 mg/dL Borderline high: 170-199 mg/dL High: ≥200 mg/dL |
** Desirable: <200 mg/dL Borderline high: 200-239 mg/dL High: ≥ 240 mg/dL |
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Triglycerides |
* Acceptable: <75 mg/dL Borderline high: 75-99 mg/dL High: ≥100 mg/dL |
* Acceptable: <90 mg/dL Borderline high: 90-129 mg/dL High: ≥130 mg/dL |
** Normal: <150 mg/dL Borderline high: 150-199 mg/dL High: 200-499 mg/dL Very high: ≥500 mg/dL |
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Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol |
* Acceptable: <110 mg/dL Borderline high: 110-129 mg/dL High: ≥130 mg/dL |
*** Desirable: <100 mg/dL Above Desirable: 100-129 mg/dL Borderline high: 130-159 mg/dL High: 160-189 mg/dL Very high: ≥190 mg/dL |
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LDL triglycerides |
≤50 mg/dL |
≤50 mg/dL |
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Apolipoprotein B |
* Acceptable: <90 mg/dL Borderline high: 90-109 mg/dL High: ≥110 mg/dL |
*** Desirable: <90 mg/dL Above Desirable: 90-99mg/dL Borderline high: 100-119 mg/dL High: 120-139 mg/dL Very high: ≥140 mg/dL |
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High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol |
* Low: <40 mg/dL Borderline low: 40-45 mg/dL Acceptable: >45 mg/dL |
*** Males: ≥40mg/dL Females: ≥50mg/dL |
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Very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol |
<30 mg/dL |
<30 mg/dL |
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VLDL triglycerides |
<90 mg/dL |
<120 mg/dL |
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Beta VLDL cholesterol |
<15 mg/dL |
<15 mg/dL |
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Beta VLDL triglycerides |
<15 mg/dL |
<15 mg/dL |
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Chylomicron cholesterol |
Undetectable |
Undetectable |
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Chylomicron triglycerides |
Undetectable |
Undetectable |
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Lp(a) cholesterol |
<5 mg/dL |
<5 mg/dL |
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LpX |
Undetectable |
Undetectable |
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Reference values have not been established for patients less than 2 years.
*Expert Panel on Integrated Guidelines for Cardiovascular Health and Risk Reduction in Children and Adolescents
**National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP)
***National Lipid Association
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Thursday, Sunday
CPT Code Information
80061-Lipid panel (includes: HDL [CPT Code 83718], total cholesterol [CPT Code 82465], and triglycerides [CPT Code 84478] if all performed)
82172-Apolipoprotein B
83700-Lp(a) cholesterol electrophoresis
Report Available
2 to 4 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Method Name
TCS, TRIGD: Enzymatic Colorimetric
APLBS: Automated Turbidimetric Immunoassay
HDLS: Selective Precipitation, Enzymatic Colorimetric
LMPP1: Ultracentrifugation/Electrophoresis/Automated Enzymatic/Colorimetric Analysis
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Secondary ID
83673Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.
Sanford Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 13617 | Cholesterol, Total, CDC, S |
| 13618 | Triglycerides, CDC, S |
| 13619 | Apolipoprotein B, S |
| 15702 | HDL Cholesterol, CDC, S |
| 13606 | LDL Cholesterol |
| 13607 | LDL Triglycerides |
| 13608 | VLDL Cholesterol |
| 13609 | VLDL Triglycerides |
| 13610 | Beta VLD Cholesterol |
| 13611 | Beta VLDL Triglycerides |
| 13612 | Chylomicron Cholesterol |
| 13613 | Chylomicron Triglycerides |
| 13614 | LP(A) cholesterol |
| 13615 | LPX |
| 13616 | Interpretation |