Test Name
Lipoprotein Electrophoresis
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeSerum
Test Includes
(Cholesterol, triglycerides, lipoprotein characterization with pheno typing, lipoprotein electrophoresis)
Specimen Tube Type TransportNon Gel Red Top
Container Whole Blood Required7 ml whole blood in a Non Gel Red Top
Summary Test NameLipoprotein Electrophoresis
Minimum Volume2 ml serum
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseSpin, separate, refrigerate until shipped
Patient PreparationDraw following a 12- 24 hour fast
Reference ValueAccompanies report