Lipoprotein(a)

Alternate Names Lp(a)
Ordering Recommendation May aid in the diagnosis of disorders of lipid metabolism and assessing persons at risk for cardiovascular diseases when used in conjunction with clinical evaluation and other lipoprotein tests.
Specimen Lithium Heparin Plasma
Container Type Green Top Tube

Methodology Immunoturbidimetric
Reference Range <30.00 mg/dL
Stability 14 days
Transport Temp Refrigerate 2°-8° C
Instructions None
Days Performed Daily
Report Available 1 day
NY State Available Yes
LOINC 10835-7
CPT Code 83695