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HelpTest ID TRIGN Triglycerides, Non-Fasting, Serum
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Serum gel tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hours of collection.
2. Red-top tubes should be centrifuged and aliquoted within 2 hours of collection.
Useful For
Evaluation of risk factors in individuals with elevated cholesterol values
Method Name
Enzymatic Colorimetric
Reporting Name
Triglycerides, Non-Fasting, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 90 days |
Reference Values
The National Lipid Association and the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) have set the following guidelines for lipids (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and Non HDL cholesterol) in adults ages 18 and up:
TRIGLYCERIDES
Males
<200 mg/dL
Females
<175 mg/dL
The Expert Panel on Integrated Guidelines for Cardiovascular Health and Risk Reduction in Children and Adolescents has set the following guidelines for lipids (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and non-HDL cholesterol) in children ages 2 to 17:
TRIGLYCERIDES
2-9 years:
Acceptable: <75 mg/dL
Borderline high: 75-99 mg/dL
High: ≥100 mg/dL
10-17 years:
Acceptable: <90 mg/dL
Borderline high: 90-129 mg/dL
High: ≥130 mg/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 dayPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US 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
84478
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TRIGN | Triglycerides, Non-Fasting, S | 2571-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TRIGN | Triglycerides, Non-Fasting, S | 2571-8 |