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HelpTest ID BLOD0415 Apolipoprotein Evaluation
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Gold top (Serum w/ gel) tube - Serum
Test is not affected by hemolysis but is affected by gross lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
2 - 3 days
Methodology
Immunoassay
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly
CPT
82172 x 2
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 420 | APO B/A1 Ratio |
| 421 | Apolipoprotein A1 |
| 423 | Apolipoprotein B |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 7 days | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 10 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Additional Information
Test includes Apolipoprotein A1, Apolipoprotein B, Apolipoprotein B/A1 Ratio (calculated).