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Additional Codes
| EPIC EAP | Mayo |
| LAB5259 | LMPP |
Reporting Name
Lipoprotein Metabolism ProfileUseful For
Diagnosing dyslipoproteinemia
Quantifying cholesterol and triglycerides in very-low-density lipoprotein, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoproteins (HDL), and chylomicrons
Identifying lipoprotein-X
Classifying hyperlipoproteinemias (lipoprotein phenotyping)
Evaluating patients with abnormal lipid values (cholesterol, triglyceride, HDL, LDL) for specific phenotypes
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCS | Cholesterol, Total, CDC, S | No | Yes |
| TRIGC | Triglycerides, CDC, S | No | Yes |
| APLBS | Apolipoprotein B, S | Yes, (order APOLB) | Yes |
| HDLS | HDL Cholesterol, CDC, S | No | Yes |
| LMPP1 | Lipoprotein Metabolism Profile 1 | No | Yes |
Method Name
TCS, TRIGD: Enzymatic Colorimetric
APLBS: Automated Turbidimetric Immunoassay
HDLS: Selective Precipitation, Enzymatic Colorimetric
LMPP1: Ultracentrifugation/Electrophoresis/Automated Enzymatic/Colorimetric Analysis
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumNecessary Information
Patient's age and sex are required.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation:
1. Fasting: 12 hours, required
2. Patient must not consume any alcohol for 24 hours before the specimen is collected.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 60 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Thursday, Sunday
CPT Code Information
80061-Lipid panel (includes: HDL [CPT Code 83718], total cholesterol [CPT Code 82465], and triglycerides [CPT Code 84478] if all performed)
82172-Apolipoprotein B
83700-Lp(a) cholesterol electrophoresis
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LMPP | Lipoprotein Metabolism Profile | In Process |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TCS | Cholesterol, Total, CDC, S | 2093-3 |
| HDLS | HDL Cholesterol, CDC, S | 2085-9 |
| TRIGC | Triglycerides, CDC, S | 2571-8 |
| APLBS | Apolipoprotein B, S | 1884-6 |
| 2839 | LDL Cholesterol | 18261-8 |
| 2840 | LDL Triglycerides | 3046-0 |
| 2844 | VLDL cholesterol | 2091-7 |
| 2847 | VLDL triglycerides | 3047-8 |
| 2842 | Beta VLDL Cholesterol | 66499-5 |
| 2843 | Beta VLDL triglycerides | 3045-2 |
| 2855 | Chylomicron cholesterol | 34467-1 |
| 2856 | Chylomicron triglycerides | 35363-1 |
| 2849 | Lp(a) Cholesterol | 35388-8 |
| 23924 | LpX | 42178-4 |
| 23937 | Interpretation | 59462-2 |
Report Available
2 to 4 daysTest Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.