Triglycerides

BC0320

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

Fasting Specimen (10 - 12 Hours before collection)
Adult: 5 mL plain blood
Paediatric: 1.3 mL Plain blood


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)
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

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Change History Notes

  • 27 May 2024 08:00 AM

    Updated Specimen Requirement.

  • 12 Oct 2021 04:15 PM

    ​​​Updated Specimen Requirement.

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Last Updated - 19 Jun 2025