Oxidized Low-density Lipoprotein (OxLDL)
Also known as: Oxidized LDL, OxLDL
Use
For the in vitro quantitative measurement of oxidized low density lipoproteins (oxidized LDL) in human serum or plasma.
Special Instructions
Overnight fasting is preferred before specimen collection for optimal results.
Limitations
Lipemic or hemolytic samples may provide inaccurate results and should not be used for analysis. Specimens other than EDTA plasma or serum, improper labeling, improper storage beyond stability limits, hemolysis, lipemia, or non-frozen samples are causes for rejection.
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 54238-1
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Plasma
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Collection Instructions
For plasma, draw blood into an EDTA tube and gently invert the tube 8 to 10 times to mix the anticoagulant. Centrifuge the tube, remove the stopper and draw off approximately 2/3 of the upper plasma layer into a labeled transport tube using a transfer pipet bulb. Plasma must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Send plasma in a frozen plastic transport tube.
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred.
Storage Instructions
Freeze.
Causes for Rejection
Specimen other than EDTA plasma or serum; improper labeling; specimen not stored properly; specimen older than stability limits; hemolysis; lipemia; non-frozen sample received
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 2 years |