| CLINICAL CHEMISTRY | ||
| Other Test Name | : | – Total Cholesterol – Blood Cholesterol |
| Specimen Requirements | : | Specimen: Serum Volume: 3mL Minimum Volume: 1mL Container: Red or Gold tube |
| Causes for Rejection | : | – Quantity not sufficient – Improper collection tube used – Improperly labeled specimen |
| Stability Requirements | : | Room Temperature: 7 days Refrigerated: 7 days Freezer: 3 months |
| Use | : | – To help predict an individual’s risk of developing heart disease and to help make decisions about what treatment may be needed if there is borderline or high risk. |
| Methodology : | : | – Colorimetric, Enzymatic Method |
