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Test Overview
Enzymatic Colorimetric
Establishing a diagnosis of lecithin-cholesterol acyltransferase deficiency. Evaluating the extent of metabolic disturbance by bile stasis or liver disease.
60 - 80 % of total cholesterol. Reference values have not been established for patients that are <16
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Requires 12-14 hour fast, and no alcohol 24 hours before specimen is drawn. Collect specimen in red top or SST tube. Spin and aliquot into a screw capped plastic tube. Send to Specimen Processing refrigerated