Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (Direct) Blood Test
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Test Code: 120295
Specimen Type: Blood
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Description:
Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (Direct) Test (Labcorp)
The Low Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (direct) test is used to evaluate a person's risk for heart disease. LDL is often referred to as the "bad" cholesterol because it carries cholesterol into the arteries. With a standard Lipid Panel Cholesterol Test, the LDL measurement is calculated using a person's Total Cholesterol, HDL, and Triglycerides. However, for people with elevated Triglyceride levels, their LDL calculation may not be accurate. In these cases, a direct measurement of a person's LDL can be more effective. Unlike a Lipid Panel, this test does not require fasting prior to blood collection.
An LDL (direct) test is typically ordered when a person has been shown to have high Triglyceride levels which can affect the accuracy of their LDL measurement in a standard Lipid Panel.
The turnaround time for a LDL Cholesterol (direct) test is typically 1 business day.
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Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Requirements:
The LDL test has no fasting requirements. LDL may decrease with acute illness, accident or surgery or increase during pregnancy. It is recommended that those people wait 6 weeks before testing.
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