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HelpTest Code LIPID Lipid Panel
Performing Laboratory
Central Vermont Medical Center
Specimen Required
Preferred: Gold top
Acceptable: Tiger, red, or green top
Volume
1 mL
Minimum: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability
7 days refrigerated
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Calculation(s)
The Friedewald equation is used at UVMHN to calculate LDL:
LDL cholesterol = (total cholesterol) - (HDL) - (trig/5)
Additional Information
Fast 8-12 hours.
Fasting recommended but not required. Follow provider's preference.