LDL Cholesterol (calculated)
(a.k.a LDL)
minimum sample volume required ~ 5ml
Test Code: LIP
Tube type: SST
Other acceptable tube types
Lithium heparin (pale green)
Special instructions
Reported as part of the full lipid profile.
Units
mmol/L
Linked to
Lipids
Turnaround Time
1
day
Department: Biochemistry
Links:
» QRISKŪ3 cardiovascular disease risk calculator
» Assessment & Management of Lipids in Primary Care