Cholesterol, Serous Fluid
Order Name
SRS CHOL
Test Number: 3502200
Revision Date 10/24/2019
Test Number: 3502200
Revision Date 10/24/2019
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
|
Cholesterol, Serous Fluid
|
Enzymatic | 12183-0 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.5) | Serous Fluid | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Venous blood is often drawn simultaneously. Note fluid type on requisition and container. Specimen stability: Ambient 8 hours. Refrigerated 7 days. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 1-2 days |
| Clinical Use | May be used where chylous effusion is suspected. |
| CPT Code(s) | 84311 |
| Service Provided By |  |
| Lab Section | Chemistry |