Methodology
Agarose Electrophoresis (AE)
Synonyms
LPE
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Sunday and Wednesday
Standard TAT
4-8 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
For optimum results, the patient should be following a stable diet for at least a week, stable body weight and fasting for at least 12 hours (12-16 Hour) prior to collection. Plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 14 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received room tep
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Serum or Plasma
Included Tests
Cholesterol, Triglcyerides, Chylomicrons, Beta Lipoproteins, Pre-Beta Lipoproteins, Alpha Lipoproteins, Serum Appearance and Interpretation.
CPT Codes
82465, 83700, 84478
Revised
01-13-20
Initials
SL