Lipid Analysis, Body Fluid
Use
The test is useful for distinguishing between chylous and nonchylous effusions by measuring cholesterol and triglycerides and detecting chylomicrons in body fluids. Chylous effusions, which contain chylomicrons, may appear milky due to the presence of chyle in the lymphatic system, often linked to malignancy or trauma. Pseudochylous effusions can resemble chylous effusions but do not contain chylomicrons, instead having elevated cholesterol. Differentiating between these can inform appropriate therapeutic management strategies.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test may not be significant if the specimen is improperly collected or handled. The specimen should align with the outlined conditions to avoid diagnostic confusion. The limitations primarily relate to sample integrity, as certain interfering substances or improper handling could impact results.
New York Approved
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Clinical Chemistry)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 94872-9 - Chol + Trigl Pnl Fld
- 21025-2 - Path Interp Fld-Imp
- 14725-6 - Body fld type
- 12183-0 - Cholest Fld-mCnc
- 12228-3 - Trigl Fld-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
3-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Body Fluid
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
2.5 mL
Container
Sterile container, no additive
Collection Instructions
Centrifuge to remove any cellular material and transfer into a plastic vial. Indicate the specimen source and source location on label.
Causes for Rejection
Reject if specimen is: Breast milk, Nasal secretions, Gastric secretions, Bronchoalveolar lavage, Colostomy/ostomy, Amniotic fluid, Feces, Saliva, Sputum, Urine, Spinal fluid, Synovial fluid, Vitreous fluid
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |