Cholesterol, Total

BC0081

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)
Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 5 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the clot-activating factors is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
Average 2 hrs (1 - 3 hrs)
Reference Value(s)
Total Cholesterol (mmol/L)
Desirable : < 5.2
Borderline High : 5.2 - 6.1
High : >= 6.2
Source: MOH Clinical Practice Guidelines 2/2016 for Lipids
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory Clinical Chemistry
Contact Number 6394 1383
Day and Time Performed
Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs– 1700 hrs 
Sat: 0800 hrs – 1230 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Change History Notes

  • 27 May 2024 08:00 AM

    Update of Specimen Requirement.

  • 19 Oct 2021 02:50 PM

    ​Updated Specimen Requirement.

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Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025