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Cholesterol, VLDL
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | |
| Test group | Cholesterol |
| Container type | |
| Sample type | |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | very low density lipoprotein; VLDL cholesterol; lipid panel |
| Additional information | The calculated result for VLDL is not reported by the laboratory but can be estimated by dividing the triglyceride value by 5 (triglyceride/5; also see the calculation for LDL Cholesterol). When triglycerides exceed 400 mg/dL, this calculation may overestimate the VLDL and should not be used. Precise measurement may require ultracentrifugation if the triglyceride level exceeds 400 mg/dL. |
| Last Updated | 4/21/2008 9:40:11 AM |
| Entry Number | 195 |
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