Lipid Panel with Reflex to Direct LDL

Description
Lipid panel with reflex to direct LDL means that the direct LDL-C measurement will be performed if the Triglycerides level is >400 mg/dL. . This panel is useful in the detection, classification, and monitoring of hyperlipidemia, especially those expected to have highly elevated Triglycerides levels.
Disease/Condition
Heart Disease
Location
This test requires in-person visit to provider's patient service station near your location
In-person visit
Specimen
 Venous blood will be collected from your vein by healthcare professional
Blood (Venous)
Type
Spectrophotometry
Analytes Included
  • Triglycerides
  • Cholesterol
  • High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol
  • Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol
More Info
Calculated: LDL, Cholesterol Ratio, Non-HDL Cholesterol