Sample type: Serum

Test name: LDL Cholesterol

Special precautions & notes: Refer to National Guidelines

Reference range: Calculated parameter. LDL equation updated 23/09/2024 to utilise the Sampson equation for LDL calculation. For local guidance on hyperlipidaemia treatment guidelines and monitoring patients on lipid lowering therapy, please see advice on Remedy (link below). This advice integrates national guidance on diagnosis and management of dyslipidaemia.

Container: Serum (Gold top)

Ideal volume (mL): 5 mL

Referred outside NBT for analysis? No

Discipline: Clinical Biochemistry

Section: Automated Laboratory

Turnaround time: Hospital patients 4 hours; GP patients 24 hours

remedy.bnssg.icb.nhs.uk/adults/biochemistry/hyperlipidaemia/