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Lipid Panel (Tg, Total Chol, HDL & LDL)

Test Code:

BC5512

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)

Specimen Requirement

Fasting Specimen
Adult: 5 mL plain blood
Paediatric: 1.3 mL Plain blood


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the anticoagulant is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

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
 
LDL -Cholesterol (mmol/L)
Optimal: <  2.6
Desirable: 2.6 - 3.3
Borderline High: 3.4 - 4.0
High: 4.1 - 4.8
Very High: ≥  4.9
 
HDL -Cholesterol (mmol/L)
Low: <  1.0
Desirable: 1.0 - 1.5
High: ≥  1.6
 
Triglyceride (mmol/L)
Optimal: <  1.7
Desirable: 1.7 - 2.2
High: 2.3 - 4.4
Very High: ≥  4.5
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

Additional Information

Change History Notes

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Keywords

Lipid Panel (Tg, Total Chol, HDL & LDL) BC5512
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