Sample type: Serum

Test name: Lipoprotein (a) a.k.a. lipoprotein a

Condition / Indication: Rarely indicated test

Special precautions & notes: None.

Reference range: Rarely indicated test.

Container: Serum (Gold top)

Ideal volume (mL): 5 mL

Referred outside NBT for analysis? Yes

Discipline: Clinical Biochemistry

Turnaround time: 21 days

Referral location: Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Level 8, Bristol Royal Infirmary, Marlborough Street, Bristol, BS2 8HW