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HelpTest ID CHLE Cholesteryl Esters, Serum
Useful For
Establishing a diagnosis of lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase deficiency
Evaluating the extent of metabolic disturbance by bile stasis or liver disease
Method Name
Enzymatic Colorimetric
Reporting Name
Cholesteryl Esters, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Patient Preparation:
1. Fasting-overnight (12-14 hours).
2. Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours before the specimen is drawn.
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 90 days |
Reference Values
60-80% of total cholesterol
Reference values have not been established for patients that are <16 years of age.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; Continuously
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
84311
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CHLE | Cholesteryl Esters, S | 21197-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CHLES | Cholesteryl Esters, S | 21197-9 |
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.NY State Approved
YesForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.