Test Code DLDL LDL Cholesterol, Direct
Useful For
Evaluation of cardiovascular risks
Diagnosis of hypobetalipoproteinemia (values <80 mg/dL)
Diagnosis of abetalipoproteinemia (values undetectable)
Method Name
Enzymatic Colorimetric
Reporting Name
Direct LDL, SSpecimen Type
Serum RedSerum
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mLSpecimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
<160 mg/dL
Report Available
Same day/1 dayPerforming Laboratory

Test Classification
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
83721
LOINC Code Information
Result ID | Reporting Name | LOINC Code |
---|---|---|
DLDL | Direct LDL, S | 18262-6 |